We are Michigan’s original and authentic Catholic Classical Liberal Arts homeschool enrichment program.

Established in 2005.

“Over the past six years now I have had regular interaction with students who have attended St. Augustine's Homeschooling Enrichment Program. I am quite simply awe-struck by both the level of academic and spiritual formation they exhibit on a regular basis. Here is a program that seems by all accounts to truly understand the human person in the light of Jesus and is eager to prepare young men and women for the fullness of life.”

—Fr. John Riccardo

Our Mission

St. Augustine’s was founded to unite the best of the modern home school with the tradition of a Catholic liberal arts education. The goal of Catholic liberal arts education is to understand how everything humans can ever know fits together in a coherent image of God’s universe and how He wants us to live in it. Such learning must be lived and carried into the heart as well as the mind.

What Our Students and Families Say

  • "What stands out would be the stellar formation I received in my time at St. A's. It showed me the true dynamic between Faith and reason, one of harmony. Likewise, St. A's crafted friendships for me that were aimed at the good, true, and beautiful. It was a wonderful community where we were formed by the great treasury of Western Civilization while developing close friendships with fantastic people striving towards the same goal. I am deeply grateful for my time at St. A's! "

    Connor Lennon
    Alumnus, Class of 2021

  • "St. A’s gave me my love of philosophy and sacred music. I am grateful for everything I learned there and for the wonderful community it provided. Particular memories include recess basketball, hanging out backstage at play practice, inspiring lectures from Dr. Russell and Dr. Brown, and daily Masses with Fr. Gerald."

    Sarah (Negri) Durham
    Alumna, Class of 2013

  • "Learning that the priority of education is to grow in virtue changed my life! I remember learning that and it inspired me so much as a student. From that time I have wanted to send my own children to St. A's! I also appreciated as a young woman that the friendships between the boys and the girls felt very genuine. Chivalry and ladylike behavior were required and it was so refreshing, coming from the secular arts world. I also loved getting to know the Russells. Schola and the Shakespeare plays reminded me to pursue nobility in the arts."

    Celisa (Gutierrez) Rolling
    Prior Student

  • "What stands out is the sort of community that was fostered at St. A's. My best memories are of social interactions - class time, dances at the Fraser's barn and the Vasconi's home, and working together during tech week for plays. But the most important thing that stood out is the underlying Catholicism to all of this - prayer before class, Schola, and beginning each year with the enthronement mass all helped to encourage a Catholic outlook."

    Samuel
    Alumnus

  • "It's been a great semester so far. Lucy and Rose are really enjoying attending St. A's. We are feeling more and more a part of the community each year. The girls joined Runners Club this year, and it's been great! I love how the little ones get to play with the older ones. It's like a big family. I feel so good knowing the girls are part of such a solid, orthodox, and pious program."

    Katie
    Current St. Augustine’s Family

  • "I've been photographing families/children for nearly 12 years and I've never experienced a group of children/teens like these amazing students. I was so moved! These children are absolutely exceptional! I applaud you both [Dr. and Mrs. Russell] for holding high standards of behavior, values, academics and community. It is seen and felt, deeply. It is a blessing to know my children are in the presence of wonderful students/families. "

    Bethany Thornton
    Current St. A’s Family and Photographer

  • "My years at St. Augustine’s were filled with fun and fellowship. It especially gave me a deepened appreciation for the great works of literature."

    Gianna Cousino
    Alumna, Class of 2023

  • "What stands out most to me from my time at St A.'s is the education of the heart that I received. It was made so abundantly clear that our classes were meant to impact our lives in how we see Creation and each other, as well as how we act in whatever circumstances we may be in. I experienced the profound paradox of the union of human subjectivity and objectivity in my teachers and classmates which is still a great source of hope and mystery to me today. A moment of this experience that I will never forget was when Dr. Russel looked us in the eyes in the middle of one of his lectures and said 'You are owned by God, and you cannot escape it.'"

    Dominic Brown
    Alumnus, Class of 2021

  • "I have so many memories from St. A.'s, but I especially loved being part of the plays. They were such a fun creative outlet and a big part of what made school so enjoyable for me. Those experiences also sparked my love for performing and Shakespeare, which ended up inspiring my studies at Ave Maria and in grad school. Looking back, I’m really impressed with the level of education we got. It gave me such a strong foundation and set me up for success in college and beyond. Now, as a mom, I find myself even more invested in the value of a strong liberal arts foundation. St. A.'s taught me how to think critically, communicate clearly, and approach problems with creativity, all of which are skills I hope to pass on to my own daughter."

    Lousia
    Alumna

  • "I very much enjoyed the classes, particularly Dr. Brown’s History and Philosophy."

    Michael Heffernan
    Alumnus, Class of 2009

  • "Mostly what stands out are the friendships....In addition, I've been able to recall much of the learning as I'm going over many of the same books now in college. The benefit of reading and discussing the same works multiple times with different professors and peers is really incredible."

    Damian Brown
    Alumnus, Class of 2023

  • "What stands out are the close friendships with my classmates that have continued to this day, and the teachers who truly cared about us and the subjects they were teaching."

    Adelaide von Buelow
    Alumna, Class of 2017

  • "What stands out are the friendships I developed there and how St. A’s prepared me for my work as a missionary."

    Mary Hutter
    Alumna, Class of 2019

  • "...the best thing about St. A's besides the academics, plays, and schola concerts was how kids cared for each other, hung out, and had fun no matter the age. It's amazing as a kid to have the 'older kids' make you feel welcome and spend time with you. I tried to do the same thing with younger kids throughout my time at St. A's, and I still have close friendships with people from both older and younger classes at St. A's."

    Thérèse Boudreaux
    Alumna, Class of 2019

  • "My most cherished memories come from participating in the annual Shakespeare plays, studying and learning such a rich curriculum under the tutelage of extraordinary teachers, and forming wonderful friendships, many of which have stood the test of time."

    Stephanie (Boyd) Peter
    Alumna, Class of 2013

  • "What stands out are the joys of the challenging academics where I actually learned the material, not just what would be on the test. The friend nails that I still maintain from those years and the incredible professors and experiences (especially the Shakespeare productions) that marked my most formative years."

    Elizabeth (Negri) Matthews
    Alumna, Class of 2015

  • " I would not be who I am today without my time spent at St. A's!"

    Jessica
    Alumna, Class of 2015

  • " I was given an education based on common sense and critical thinking, which has been very useful in making sense of the challenges that life and the world present."

    Ilse Zatarain
    Alumna, Class of 2015

  • "My greatest treasure I received from St. Augustine's was the friendships I formed during my year in the program. Even though I was only there for 9th grade, I still cherish the relationships I had with my classmates. Even now, I stay in contact with those I met 8 years ago. These friends kept my rooted in my Catholic Faith and encouraged me to go deeper as I left to pursue my Religious and Priestly Vocation. Sacred Heart Apostolic School was not my first seminary. My first seminary was my home with my family and my experience at St. Augustine's with my friends and teachers there. I will be forever grateful for the gift I received at St. Augustine's."

    Br. John Paul Gregor LC
    Alumnus, Class of 2018

  • "St. Augustine's planted within me the ability to wonder at the Real and be enamored by Truth, Beauty and Goodness. This led to a deepened love for Jesus and His Church.

    Patrick Lennon
    Alumnus, Class of 2019

  • "Learning how to think critically was extremely helpful and something I carried with me."

    Alec Moncrieff
    Alumnus, Class of 2010

  • "I've had many wonderful classes at St. A's, but some of the best times were in Mrs. Brown's philosophy class, debating with my classmates."

    Benedict Gregor
    Alumnus Class of 2022

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