Fall at St. Ambrose Academy

There’s so much to explore at St. Ambrose Academy this fall! We offer a variety of opportunities for students, parents, benefactors, alumni, and community members to experience the rich intellectual and faith-filled culture our school offers.

Read below for more details and be sure to mark your calendar and RSVP to join us this fall for one or more of these exciting events!

America250 Roundtable Panel: The Declaration and the Human Person

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 7:00-8:30 PM

Enjoy into a lively chat about how the Declaration shaped our understanding of human rights and dignity.

Join us on Sept. 30 from 7:00-8:30 PM in the Commons for our signature roundtable featuring four distinctive perspectives on the human person and the Declaration of Independence. Our hope is to model how thoughtful people approaching these questions from different perspectives can engage in a robust and civil conversation about our national creed.

Moderated by Mr. Michael Kwas (Chair, History Department), guests include:

 Bishop Donald J. Hying, Fifth Bishop of Madison
Mr. Tom Barrett, former Mayor of Milwaukee and Ambassador to Luxembourg
Dr. Jeffrey Clark, UW-Madison Professor of Political Theory
Dr. Michelle Schwarze, UW-Madison Associate Professor of Political Theory

Fall Tour

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 | 8:30-10:00 AM

Explore our Catholic Classical Environment

• Be our guest for a light breakfast
• Listen to faculty speakers share how SAA is preparing young men and women for the future
• Tour our beautiful 6 thru 12 school
• Observe our classical curriculum in action
• Ask questions and learn about our admission process

Open House

See the Ambrose Advantage for yourself!

• Meet faculty and learn about the benefits of a classical curriculum
• Enjoy interactive mini classes led by faculty to experience a sampling of our curriculum
• Tour our beautiful 6 thru 12 school
• Explore extra-curriculars and sports
• Discover how Learning Services supports all learners
• Find out how Tuition Assistance makes a St. Ambrose education accessible
• Ask questions and learn about our admission process

Faculty lead 20-minute mini classes, plus there are other info session, so having the schedule will help you make the most of your time at our Open House and not miss out!

America250 Faculty Speaker Series

In honor of the America250 celebration this year, three esteemed St. Ambrose Academy faculty will present a topic from their academic and personal perspectives. These are some of the outstanding, talented, and dedicated men and women who are shaping the lives of our students in the classrooms each day – come enjoy a taste of the Ambrose experience!

All lectures will be held in the St. Ambrose Academy Commons, located at 702 S. High Point Road Suite 209, Madison. Enter through the School Entrance on the northeast corner of the Holy Name Heights property. Nearest parking is available in Lots B and C.

For more information visit our event page or RSVP below for each event!

The Classical Republican Roots of the Declaration of Independence with Dr. Geoffrey Ludvik

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 from 7:00-8:15 PM

The Declaration of Independence and Catholic Social Teaching with Dr. Constance Nielsen

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 from 7:00-8:15 PM

The American Revolution Through British Eyes with Dr. Alan Fimister

Tuesday, December 1, 2026 from 7:00-8:15 PM