Values-Based Holistic Education

A Tuition-free middle school

See What Makes Nativity Special

Our Mission

Nativity Preparatory Academy is Rochester’s only tuition-free Catholic middle school serving students of all faiths. Strong academics coupled with the values of spirituality, morality, and personal responsibility create an environment where underserved students can transform their lives.

Nativity Prep By The Numbers

Students in an Average Classroom

15

High School Graduation Rate

96%

2- or 4-year College Graduation Rate

79%

Graduate Support Program Participants

179

President’s Message

Belong, Believe, Become!

James C. Smith

Dear Friends, The halls of Nativity Preparatory Academy are once again filled with energy, laughter, and promise as we begin a new school year. At Nativity, each school year is more than just a return to...

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Nativity in Bloom | April 25

Join us as we celebrate 15 years of NIB and the bright futures of Nativity Prep students

✨ Cocktails & delicious food
✨ A meaningful, inspiring program
✨ Stories that show what’s possible

Nativity Preparatory Academy
6:30–8:30 PM
Valet parking available

$100 Adults | $50 Under 25

WIN A YEAR OF DINING!
Enter our Taste Buds of Rochester Raffle
$20 each or 6 for $100
(No need to be present to win!)

👉 Tickets + raffle available to purchase on our website: nativityrochester.org

Because of you, our students aren’t just getting by—they’re thriving.
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Nativity in Bloom | April 25 

Join us as we celebrate 15 years of NIB and the bright futures of Nativity Prep students 

✨ Cocktails & delicious food
✨ A meaningful, inspiring program
✨ Stories that show what’s possible

Nativity Preparatory Academy
6:30–8:30 PM
Valet parking available

$100 Adults | $50 Under 25

WIN A YEAR OF DINING!
Enter our Taste Buds of Rochester Raffle
$20 each or 6 for $100
(No need to be present to win!)

👉 Tickets + raffle available to purchase on our website: nativityrochester.org

Because of you, our students aren’t just getting by—they’re thriving.

You’re Invited to Nativity in Bloom!

Celebrate 15 years of NIB with us at Nativity Preparatory Academy!

Join us for a special evening filled with:
Cocktails & delicious food
A heartwarming program
Stories of student success and bright futures

Saturday, April 25 | 6:30–8:30 PM
15 Whalin Street, Rochester
Valet parking available

🎟️ Tickets:
$100 Adults | $50 Young Adults

🍽️ RAFFLE ALERT!
Enter to win 12 $50 gift certificates to some of Rochester’s best restaurants!
$20 each or 6 for $100
(No need to be present to win!)

💛 Thank you to our incredible sponsors and event chairs, Mark & Maureen Davitt!

👉 Get your tickets or raffle entries here: secure.qgiv.com/for/2025nativityinbloom/event/2026nativityinbloom
👉 Sponsorship opportunities still available! Thank you to our Lead Sponsors:

Mark & Maureen Davitt
The Carpenter Family
PD & Jim Dillon
Litron Laboratories
Kiki & Dan Mahar

We can’t wait to celebrate with you.
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2 days ago

You’re Invited to Nativity in Bloom! 

Celebrate 15 years of NIB with us at Nativity Preparatory Academy!

Join us for a special evening filled with:
Cocktails & delicious food
A heartwarming program
Stories of student success and bright futures

Saturday, April 25 | 6:30–8:30 PM
15 Whalin Street, Rochester
Valet parking available

🎟️ Tickets:
$100 Adults | $50 Young Adults

🍽️ RAFFLE ALERT!
Enter to win 12 $50 gift certificates to some of Rochester’s best restaurants!
$20 each or 6 for $100
(No need to be present to win!)

💛 Thank you to our incredible sponsors and event chairs, Mark & Maureen Davitt!

👉 Get your tickets or raffle entries here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2025nativityinbloom/event/2026nativityinbloom
👉 Sponsorship opportunities still available! Thank you to our Lead Sponsors: 

Mark & Maureen Davitt
The Carpenter Family
PD & Jim Dillon
Litron Laboratories
Kiki & Dan Mahar

We can’t wait to celebrate with you.

Congratulations to Zakir on his upcoming graduation from 8th grade!

During his time at Nativity, Zakir has shown dedication growth in leadership within our school community. We are proud to celebrate this exciting next step as he heads to McQuaid Jesuit this fall!
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3 days ago

Congratulations to Zakir on his upcoming graduation from 8th grade! 

During his time at Nativity, Zakir has shown dedication growth in leadership within our school community. We are proud to celebrate this exciting next step as he heads to McQuaid Jesuit this fall!Image attachment
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