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Where Purpose, Leadership, and Possibility Take Shape
Academic Philosophy
These are the years when girls deepen their academic interests, discover their strengths, and begin to envision the kind of women they hope to become.
At Holy Child, our Upper School is intentionally designed to challenge students intellectually while supporting their personal growth, leadership development, and sense of purpose.
Guided by the Holy Child mission and inspired by Cornelia Connelly’s vision of joy in teaching and joy in learning, we create an environment where students are encouraged to think boldly, lead authentically, and grow with confidence.
Our Educational Philosophy
At Holy Child, the Upper School experience is rooted in the belief that young women learn best when they are challenged to engage deeply with ideas, reflect critically on the world around them, and apply their learning in meaningful ways.
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We encourage students to take intellectual risks, pursue ambitious goals, and grow into women of conscience and action.
Leadership Through
Experiential Learning
Upper School students engage in learning that extends beyond the classroom through opportunities that connect the curriculum to the real world. Whether visiting corporations, exploring museums, and participating in local service initiatives, or engaging in international travel and service-learning, students are invited to see themselves as active participants in the world.
These experiences help students:
- Apply academic learning to real-world contexts
- Strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Build confidence in unfamiliar environments
- Develop empathy and global awareness
- Grow as thoughtful and purposeful leaders
Experiential learning helps our students become global, creative thinkers prepared to lead with courage and compassion.
A Community Where
Every Student Is Known
Our dedicated faculty foster a supportive, collaborative environment where each student is known, valued, and encouraged to reach her full potential. Teachers challenge students academically while providing the individualized attention and mentorship that helps them thrive.
In our classrooms, girls are encouraged to ask big questions, contribute their ideas, and engage in meaningful dialogue.
At Holy Child, students are not anonymous. They are seen, heard, and supported.
Preparing for College and Beyond
Students leave Holy Child not only academically prepared for college, but also equipped with the habits of mind and character that will serve them well beyond graduation.
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They graduate as young women who know how to:
- Think critically
- Communicate clearly
- Lead with integrity
- Advocate for themselves
- Engage thoughtfully with the world
By the end of senior year, our students are prepared not simply for the next step, but for a lifetime of leadership and purpose.
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