Padua Academy

Athletics

Padua Academy's extensive Division I Athletics Program promotes intelligence, leadership, sportsmanship, cooperation, and self-discipline. Padua’s student-athletes approach all endeavors with a commitment to excellence and an expectation of success, whether on the field, in the classroom, or in the larger community.

Welcome to Padua!

Padua's school motto, "Suaviter sed Fortiter," translates as "Softly, but Strongly" and describes the qualities of an educated woman: nurturing and responsive to the uniqueness of others, yet purposeful and determined, accepting a responsible role in the global community. At the heart of Padua's education are our four pillars: spirituality, scholarship, service and sisterhood. We hope you find your place on Broom Street!

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PATV - 1st Broadcast of 2024-25
9/16/2024
PATV kicked off their first live broadcast of the 2024-25 school year this morning. From researching stories, writing scripts, to recording, our talented students handle it all!
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Welcome Back Weekend
9/10/2024
We thank everyone who joined us in celebrating 70 remarkable years at Padua Academy during our Welcome Back Weekend events.
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Senior Sunrise
9/9/2024
Padua's Class of 2025 started a new tradition, by kicking off their senior year with Senior Sunrise at Cool Spring Reservoir.
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Big Sister Little Sister
8/30/2024
The tradition lives on with our amazing Big Sisters decorating lockers for their Little Sisters first official day of school & our Big Sisters and Little Sisters creating bonds that will last!
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More News from Broom St.

Summer Student Highlights
9/10/2024
This summer we are excited to highlight our students' achievements beyond the classroom! Be sure to check back weekly as we will be updating this section.
Jennifer McMilin Returns to Padua to Lead Panda Cafe
8/1/2024
Jennifer McMilin is back in Padua, bringing her culinary expertise to the Panda Cafe and elevating the dining experience for students and staff!
Padua Flag Football Club
7/30/2024
Exciting News! Padua Academy is starting its very own flag football club! We're thrilled to be on the pulse of this national trend, empowering our students to break boundaries and embrace new challenges.
Padua Night at the Blue Rocks
6/19/2024
What an incredible evening of fun and baseball as Padua Academy took over the Blue Rocks stadium! Students, staff, families, alumnae, and friends came together for this amazing Padua community event.
In Memoriam: Anthony N. Fusco, Sr.
6/18/2024
We extend our prayers and deepest condolences to the family of Anthony N. Fusco, Sr. and to all those who join us in mourning his passing. Anthony's contributions were instrumental during the construction of our building.
Screening of A Man for Others
6/14/2024
As part of our 70th anniversary celebration, we celebrated the life and contributions of Father Roberto Balducelli: priest, war hero, builder and miracle worker with a screening of the documentary A Man for Others here at Padua.
Graduation 2024
6/3/2024
Congratulations to the Class of 2024, now graduates of Padua Academy! On May 30th, we celebrated the 67th Graduating Class at Abessinio Stadium under perfect weather.
Baccalaureate Mass 2024
5/29/2024
Yesterday, we celebrated our Baccalaureate Mass for the Class of 2024 at St. Anthony's Church. It was a beautiful moment for our seniors to reflect, celebrate, and give thanks for their journey over the past four years.
Catholic Youth Ministry Awards
5/24/2024
On May 21, the Catholic Youth Ministry (CYM) of the Diocese of Wilmington honored exceptional contributors to youth ministry within their parish or Catholic school at the Annual CYM Recognition Dinner.
Delaware Bridge Design Competition
5/6/2024
Padua Academy made its debut at the 2024 Delaware Bridge Design Competition recently! Our talented sophomores, Emily Glowacki, Juliana Mongiovi, Kasey Nwokobia, and Elena Sangemino (aka Team Sparklers), took on the challenge of crafting an arched truss bridge.

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