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Independent faith-based education rooted in tradition, shaped by excellence, and strengthened by community.

Alphonse Gallegos Academy is an independent faith-based educational ministry committed to forming students of faith who think critically and lead with compassion — building a school where academic rigor, joyful learning, family partnership, and cultural richness all belong together.

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Mission
Forming students of faith who think critically and lead with compassion
Identity
Independent, faith-based, academically serious, family centered, and forward thinking
Community
A diverse school culture built on belonging, discipline, service, and purpose
Mission & Philosophy

Educating the whole child through faith, discipline, and academic rigor.

Alphonse Gallegos Academy exists to educate the whole child through faith, discipline, academic rigor, and a deep belief in the dignity of every student. We want children to leave our classrooms not only better prepared academically, but stronger in character, more thoughtful in judgment, and more grounded in compassion and service.

Our philosophy is simple. Faith-based education should be reverent without being outdated, structured without being rigid, and excellent without losing warmth or joy. Students should be formed spiritually, challenged intellectually, and supported by adults who know them well and believe in their potential.

Faith and Formation
Faith shapes daily life, service, virtue, discipline, and a sense of moral purpose rooted in Catholic tradition.
Academic Excellence
Strong foundations in literacy, numeracy, critical thinking, communication, and problem solving.
Diverse Community
A school where students and families feel welcomed, seen, respected, and connected.
Whole Child Approach
Intellectual growth, spiritual development, leadership, compassion, and responsibility all matter.
History

Built on tradition. Shaped for the future.

Alphonse Gallegos Academy is being built with respect for the long tradition of faith-based education in the Sacramento community and with a clear vision for the future. We recognize the importance of schools that have served generations of families through faith, learning, service, and community life.

As AGA grows, our goal is not merely to preserve what was meaningful, but to strengthen it. We want to carry forward the best of that educational tradition — moral formation, academic seriousness, and close family partnership — while building a more independent, sustainable, and forward-looking model for the years ahead.

Our history section will be updated with a fuller school timeline, founding story, campus transition details, and milestone moments as those pieces are finalized for public release.

Our Namesake
"His life was a witness to compassion, humility, and joyful service — the identity we want to form in every student."
Blessed Alphonse Gallegos, born in Albuquerque and raised in California, devoted his ministry to the poor, the sick, and children with disabilities. Beatified by Pope John Paul II in 1997, he is Sacramento's own blessed — and the inspiration for this school's mission.
Staff Directory

The people who make AGA possible.

Our full staff directory will be published as the team is confirmed. The cards below show the structure of our school leadership and teaching staff.

Administration
Principal Name
Principal
A short leadership bio including mission, experience, and the role this person plays in guiding the school.
Advancement Lead
School Leadership
Director, dean, assistant principal, operations lead, or other key administrative role.
Student Support Lead
Student Services
Nurse, counselor, student support coordinator, or another student-facing role.
Teaching Staff
Lower School Faculty
Early Elementary
Kindergarten through primary grade teachers, including classroom philosophy and strengths.
Intermediate Faculty
Elementary Instruction
Upper elementary teachers focused on strong core instruction and student growth.
Middle School Faculty
Middle Grades
Middle school teachers who help students grow in both rigor and responsibility.
Preschool, Transitional Kindergarten & Support
Early Childhood Team
Preschool & TK
Preschool and transitional kindergarten team members and early childhood leadership.
Clubhouse & Extended Care
Student Care
Before school, after school, or enrichment care staff who support family schedules and student life.
Facilities Team
Campus Support
The team members who keep the campus safe, clean, welcoming, and ready for learning every day.
Our Campus

A place for learning, community, and belonging.

A school campus should feel orderly, welcoming, safe, and alive with learning. Our campus provides classrooms, shared gathering spaces, play areas, early childhood spaces, and enrichment areas — all designed to support the full life of the school.

Campus details including address, facility highlights, classroom features, and outdoor spaces will be shared publicly as our location is confirmed. We are committed to creating an environment where students feel known, cared for, and ready to grow.

Campus announcement coming soon
Our campus location will be confirmed and shared publicly in the coming months. Enrolled families will be notified directly.
Classroom Photo
Common Space
Outdoor Area
Accreditation

Our commitment to accountability and quality.

Accreditation ensures our school meets rigorous standards for curriculum, staffing, governance, and student support. This section will be updated as our accreditation process is finalized.

In Progress
Accrediting Body
This section is reserved for your official accreditation language once finalized. It can include accrediting bodies, status updates, renewal windows, and any other public-facing compliance or credentialing language families should see.
Active
Independent Faith-Based School
AGA is an independent faith-based educational ministry operating under its own governance structure, inspired by Catholic tradition. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of academic excellence, faith formation, and family service.
Accreditation details including specific bodies, status, and supporting documents will be published here as they are confirmed. Families with questions are welcome to contact us directly.
Report Card

Schoolwide outcomes, goals, and public documents.

This section will summarize schoolwide outcomes, performance priorities, accountability measures, and links to official school profile and reporting documents.

Academic Results
Student achievement summaries, testing data, and annual academic priorities will be published here as they become available.
Coming soon — updated annually
Schoolwide Goals
Growth targets, instructional priorities, and progress benchmarks for the year will be shared here to keep families informed.
Coming soon — updated annually
Public Documents
Links to downloadable report cards, accountability documents, and school profiles will be posted here for family access.
Coming soon — documents posted as available
Message from the Principal

A word from our school's leadership.

Principal Name
Principal, Alphonse Gallegos Academy
Welcome to Alphonse Gallegos Academy.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our school and the vision behind it. We believe children thrive when they are known, challenged, and formed within a community that values faith, excellence, discipline, and compassion.

At AGA, our goal is to create a school where strong academics and strong character go hand in hand. We want every student to grow as a reader, writer, thinker, problem solver, and person of integrity. We also want families to feel that this is a school community they can trust — one that sees their children clearly and takes their future seriously.

This message will be updated with the principal's own letter once our final school leadership language is ready. The format and warmth will remain; only the words will change.

With gratitude,
Principal Name
Principal, Alphonse Gallegos Academy

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