A preschool through grade 8 Dorchester neighborhood school 
Called to Excellence and The Light of Leadership Award Presentation
Our Annual Spring Fundraising Event
Join us on Thursday, April 9, 2026
The Light of Leadership Award
Created to honor those who model service to others, share their faith and love of God, and light a pathway of lifelong learning for our students and alumni, the 2026 Award will be presented to James and Patricia Brett.
Sponsorship Opportunities
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Parking Information
Free parking is available in the lot at the William Russell Elementary School, 750 Columbia Road. Exit the lot and walk toward Saint Teresa of Calcutta Church at the intersection of Columbia Rd. and Dorchester Ave. You will enter Saint John Paul II Catholic Academy through the front entrance.
Free street parking is also available along Columbia Rd., Dorchester Ave., Roseclair St., and other side streets adjacent to the campus.
Questions?
Advancement@sjp2ca.org
The Academy is a legacy school of St. Angela, St. Ann, St. Gregory, St. Mark, St. Kevin, St. Margaret, Blessed Mother Teresa, St. Peter, and St. William parishes in Dorchester, MA.