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NFA is for families who seek a strong academic program and diverse opportunities that gives children the opportunity discover their talents and passions.

The History of NFA
NFA has a 104-year legacy distinguished by our commitment to innovative approaches that continually enhance the educational experience.
Admissions
Admissions

Always be serious when you are with others, but let it be a joyful seriousness, courteous and full of a gentle and reserved simplicity. Maxim 45

— Father Jean-Pierre Médaille, SJ, founder of the Sisters of Saint Joseph
Academics
Academics

Interpret all things from the best possible point of view. Maxim 52

— Father Jean-Pierre Médaille, SJ, founder of the Sisters of Saint Joseph
Athletics
Opportunities to Learn and Grow
NFA is home to 20+ sports teams and club programs. Many students take advantage of the rich opportunities to compete and be a part of a team.

Traditions
Bears of all ages remember competing in the legendary Snowball Tournament, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in February 2024.
Campus Life
Campus Life

Strive to be kind always to everyone and unkind to no one. Maxim 64

— Father Jean-Pierre Médaille, SJ, founder of the Sisters of Saint Joseph
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Be exact and diligent to do what you are advised or what is required by your duties, especially when these are useful or necessary for the neighbor. Maxim 65

— Father Jean-Pierre Médaille, SJ, founder of the Sisters of Saint Joseph
Mission & Ministry
Mission & Ministry

Be nothing to yourself and be utterly given to God and to the neighbor. Maxim 39

— Father Jean-Pierre Médaille, SJ, founder of the Sisters of Saint Joseph

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Athletic Goals and Objectives

To teach the basic skills of each particular sport
To foster a healthy interaction with teammates
To engender the essence of fair play
To encourage the total support of faculty, students, and parents
To foster an appreciation of the value of winning, losing, and their related consequences
To recognize and affirm the growth and development of each student-athlete throughout the season
To provide professional advice to parents concerning the proper placement of a student-athlete in a particular sport
To develop the concept of “team” as the meshing of the individual talents of its members