The chapel is central to the life of the children. It symbolizes the religious life, and spiritual education and nurturing of the children. This is what makes Saint Basil Academy a totally unique residential child-care institution. The Greek Orthodox faith as given to us by our Lord Jesus Christ is what sustains and enhances the ministry to the children. They truly grow in their faith, belief and love of God. The Chapel, which was built by William Chirgotis of blessed memory in 1985, is used on weekdays for a brief vesper service followed by a teaching sermon for the children and staff of the Academy and, of course, Sunday Divine Liturgies. The Chapel sits up on the hill as a beacon of faith to remind the children and all who visit the Academy of the Greek Orthodox Faith and spiritual life the Academy represents. Retreats for both GOYA and adults are hosted on a regular basis throughout the year. A small local constituency of parishioners join the children to participate in Divine Liturgy on Sunday mornings which complements the Saint Basil “family”. Saint Basil Academy is a holy place. In addition to having the gravesite of Archbishop Michael, there is the Zoodochos Peghe (Life Giving Fountain) shrine, the Saint Dionysios Chapel, and The Saint Iakovos Chapel.