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Empowering Young Women Through Faith & Academic Excellence
The Academy of the Holy Cross has dedicated itself to educating young women in a Christ-centered community since its founding. Rooted in Catholic identity, we cultivate an environment where every student discovers her unique strengths through academic rigor, spiritual growth, and leadership development. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures each student feels supported in embracing social, spiritual, and intellectual challenges. We empower women to lead with confidence, serve with compassion, and shape the future through scholarship and faith. With a focus on personalized learning, we provide tailored academic and emotional support to help students excel.Our community fosters resilience, creativity, and ethical responsibility, preparing students to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Through service and empathy, we instill values that extend beyond the classroom into global citizenship. The school's tradition of excellence combines innovative education with timeless principles of courage and compassion. Our alumnae network demonstrates the lasting impact of this approach through professional achievements and community leadership. Every aspect of our program is designed to nurture potential and inspire lifelong learning.
Services
College Preparatory Programs
Theology Education
Leadership Development
Athletics Programs
Spiritual Formation
Community Service Initiatives
Arts Programs
STEM Education
Highlights and features
- We offer a Catholic college preparatory curriculum focused on developing women leaders
- Our personalized academic support ensures no student is overlooked
- We cultivate leadership through classroom participation and extracurricular opportunities
- Spiritual development is integrated with academic and personal growth
- Our sisterhood community fosters lifelong friendships and mutual support
What people say
Confidence-building
Supportive sisterhood
Leadership opportunities
Academic excellence
Spiritual growth
Services
College Preparatory Programs
Our college preparatory curriculum challenges students with rigorous coursework across all disciplines. We emphasize critical thinking, analytical skills, and intellectual curiosity while maintaining a supportive learning environment. Faculty provide personalized guidance to help students achieve academic excellence and secure admission to top universities.
Leadership Development
We cultivate leadership through classroom participation, student government, and extracurricular activities. Programs focus on public speaking, decision-making, and team management. Students gain practical experience through mentorship programs and community initiatives that develop confident, ethical leaders.
Spiritual Formation
Our Catholic faith informs all aspects of education through theology classes, retreats, and service projects. Students explore spiritual growth while learning to apply Christian values to contemporary issues. Regular worship opportunities and faith-based community engagement strengthen moral character and social responsibility.
People
Dr. Matthew Newell
Theology Chair
Dr. Newell leads theology instruction and spiritual programming, combining academic rigor with faith formation. He mentors students in ethical leadership and facilitates international pilgrimage experiences that deepen spiritual understanding.
Eleanor Dagan
Student Leader
As a 2026 graduate, Eleanor exemplifies student leadership through public health initiatives and academic excellence. She represents the school's commitment to developing women who make meaningful community contributions through scholarship and service.
Questions
What makes Holy Cross different from other girls' schools?
We uniquely combine Catholic values with academic excellence and leadership development in a supportive sisterhood environment.
Do you offer STEM programs?
Yes, we provide comprehensive STEM education with modern facilities and specialized instructors preparing students for technical careers.
How does the school support student well-being?
Our counseling services, peer mentoring, and small class sizes create personalized support for academic and emotional needs.
What community service opportunities exist?
We require service hours through structured programs that address local needs while teaching compassionate leadership.
Are there international student programs?
We offer global experiences including Rome pilgrimages and international exchange programs expanding cultural understanding.
