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Just Watch What Joy Can Do

At Holy Child, joy is a catalyst for growth and the foundation for strength. We welcome young women of all faiths and backgrounds who seek a healthier, smarter way to prepare for college and life. 

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Challenge in action.    

We intentionally energize Catholic college preparatory education for young women in grades 6 through 12. Challenging academics merge with a highly personal approach that is true to tradition yet always forward thinking.  

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An Inspiring Community.

Love who you are and all you were meant to be—because we will. Our admissions team will help you take the first steps in joining a lifelong community of sisters and mentors.  

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Everything Is Possible.

Discover the power of embracing your full potential and putting it to work for a greater purpose. You’ll become a woman who can do anything—in college and beyond.  

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EXPLORE ACADEMICS AT HOLY CHILD

Our Distinctions

Prepared for College

We are unapologetically smart. 
 
We get to college and crush it, each in her own distinct way. Because at Holy Child, academic strength grows from an intellectually challenging and energizing program of study. 
 
Never underestimate what joy can achieve. 
 

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Expert Teachers

We are innovators and leaders.  

We are unstoppable because we have great teachers who know each of us—and believe in us. Who are quick to connect our questions with our potential. Who walk into the room with energy and heart.  

 

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True Sisters

We are joyfully bold. And fiercely kind.

We know we are accepted and loved for who we are. From sixth graders to seniors, Holy Child is a warm community of sisters and friends who inspire and encourage even as they compete.  

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Active Faith

We act. With wisdom and compassion. 

We radiate the confidence and peace of living close to God. Through a Christ-centered Catholic education, Holy Child encourages girls of all faiths to grow in spirit and service.  

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Boundless Confidence

In all our being—we are whole. 

We are independent and ready to take on everything from concerts to championships. Because at Holy Child, every option is open to, reveled in and run by girls.  

We cannot be contained. 

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“Forming women of actions, not words.”        -Cornelia Connelly

Foundress, The Society of the Holy Child Jesus