Catholic Herald (February 2026 ) Teacher of the Year – Martha Perez, Nativity Jesuit Academy, Milwaukee

• Discover how Martha Perez, a 2026 Catholic Herald Teacher of the Year, integrates faith, social-emotional learning, and Jesuit values to make a profound impact on her kindergarten students at Nativity Jesuit Academy.

Nativity Jesuit Academy’s Martha Perez Honored as 2026 Catholic Herald Teacher of the Year

• In recognition of her exceptional dedication to faith-centered teaching and her profound impact on young students, Mrs. Martha Perez has been named one of six recipients of this prestigious award as part of the annual Catholic Schools Week celebrations.

BizTimes (November 2025) – “Giving Guide”

• Check out Nativity’s profile which includes highlights of our mission, revenue sources, leadership, outcomes and how citizens and companies can get involved.

Nativity Jesuit Academy #1 School In The City Of Milwaukee which includes private, public and high schools

• Consistent Excellence: Southside Catholic Jesuit School Receives 5-Star Rating for Seventh Year in a Row

BizTimes (May 2025) – Nativity Jesuit Academy breaks ground on $1.4 million playfield project

• Nativity breaks ground on the Nicholas Family Field playground and pedestrian mall that will benefit students and community alike.

BizTimes (November 2024) – “Giving Guide”

• Check out Nativity’s profile which includes highlights of our mission, revenue sources, leadership, outcomes and how citizens and companies can get involved.

BizTimes (February 2024) – “Giving Guide”

• Check out Nativity’s profile which includes highlights of our mission, revenue sources, leadership, outcomes and how citizens and companies can get involved.

Milwaukee Neighborhood News Service (April 2023) – “Nativity Jesuit Academy Receives $500,000 Donation to Bolster Graduates’ Success”

• Nativity’s transformational gift from Anne Kebisek Dudek was featured, which will provide financial assistance to ensure that all Nativity graduates can attend the Catholic high school of their choice, regardless of family’s financial abilities.

BizTimes (February 2023)

• Nativity Jesuit Academy’s top ranking on the 2023 state report card was shared in this article highlighting the nuanced components of the state report card system.

WUWM 89.7- Milwaukee’s NPR Station (November 2022) 

• Nativity Jesuit Academy’s continued success was highlighted with the public release of the 2021-22 school report cards.

Catholic Herald (June 2022) – “GIFTS Grant Recipients Announced”

• Nativity Jesuit Academy receives $5,000 GIFTS grant for library updates.

Dryden Wire – “2022 Herb Kohl Foundation Excellence Scholarship, Initiative Scholarship, Fellowship, Leadership Award Recipients Announced”

• Nativity 1st Grade Teacher, Lizzie Siewert, named among 2022 Teacher Fellows recognizing educators “who have been chosen for their superior ability to inspire a love of learning in their students, their ability to motivate others, and their leadership and service within and outside the classroom.”

BizTimes Media (February 2022) – “Viewpoints: Each Family Deserves a Choice, Regardless of Income, When It Comes to Educating Their Children”

• Editorial from Nativity’s president, Vanessa Solis on the impact of Choice on Milwaukee’s educational landscape.

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (November 2021) – “Here’s How Wisconsin Schools Performed in First DPI Report Cards Since Pandemic”

• The article highlights top performing schools in Milwaukee, including Nativity Jesuit Academy, as identified by 2021 school report card rankings.

Catholic Herald (November 2021) – “Soles Walk for Catholic Education”

• Nativity Jesuit Academy is included among featured schools in annual Soles Walk for Catholic Education. More than 50 participants gathered at Three Bridges Park in support of Nativity.

Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee (October 2021) – “2021 HPGM Gala: Vanessa Solis’ Story”

• Nativity President, Vanessa Solis was featured by HPGM at their annual gala. This video, shown at the event, highlights Vanessa’s story as well as her work at Nativity.

Catholic Herald (July 2021)- “School Continues at Camp Thunderhead”

• This article highlights Nativity’s approach to year-round learning including Camp Thunderhead, our residential summer program for middle school students.