Connelly School of the Holy Child
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Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic
, independent, college-preparatory school for girls, grades 6-12 located in Potomac, Maryland
, USA. It is operated independently in the Archdiocese of Washington, and is a member of the Association of Independent Schools of Greater Washington and the Association of Independent Maryland Schools.
in Potomac in 1961, is a Catholic
, independent, college-preparatory school for girls, grades 6-12. The School is part of a network of 33 Holy Child schools in the United States, Europe and Africa, based on the educational and moral teachings of Cornelia Connelly
. Holy Child schools promote academic excellence and stress social responsibility by providing an environment for developing the critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills needed in a changing world.
Cornelia Connelly was an American woman, born in Philadelphia, who founded the first Holy Child school in England in 1846.
Upper School graduation requirements are as follows: 4 English credits, 4 Religion credits, 3 Mathematics credits, 3 Science credits, 3 Social Studies credits, 3 Foreign Language credits, 2 Fine Arts credits, and 1.5 Physical Education credits.
AP courses and consortium offerings with other local private schools allow our young women to further prepare themselves for college.
The Middle School program at Holy Child provides the academic structure and the individual freedom essential to the development of the young adolescent. Each student’s mastery of basic skills provides her with the opportunity to progress from concrete to more abstract thought. Girls are encouraged to take personal initiative through questioning and analytical thinking. Study skills, such as time management and problem solving, are taught and practiced. The Middle School faculty demonstrates the interconnectedness of all knowledge by structuring interdisciplinary and thematic units. Experiential learning encourages the girls to discover concepts behind this core knowledge and fuels the love of lifelong learning. Following the example set by Holy Child’s foundress, Cornelia Connelly, Middle School teachers understand that learning takes place in a variety of contexts and include in their academic plans field trips, traditional celebrations and service projects.
Fall: Soccer, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Cross Country, Tennis
Winter: Swimming, Basketball, Indoor Lacrosse
Spring: Lacrosse, Softball, Track
All seasons: Equestrian, Dance
Holy Child participates in the Independent School League (ISL)
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Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical and social development of young women in grades 6-12. The School emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and the education of well-rounded women of faith and action. The Holy Child community welcomes students and families of different faiths and diverse backgrounds. In keeping with the philosophy of our founder, Cornelia Connelly, Holy Child values the uniqueness of each individual and fosters a life of service to others.
Catholic
The word catholic comes from the Greek phrase , meaning "on the whole," "according to the whole" or "in general", and is a combination of the Greek words meaning "about" and meaning "whole"...
, independent, college-preparatory school for girls, grades 6-12 located in Potomac, Maryland
Potomac, Maryland
Potomac is a census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States, named for the nearby Potomac River. The population was 44,822 at the 2000 census. The Potomac area is known for its very affluent and highly-educated residents. In 2009 CNNMoney.com listed Potomac as the fourth...
, USA. It is operated independently in the Archdiocese of Washington, and is a member of the Association of Independent Schools of Greater Washington and the Association of Independent Maryland Schools.
History
Connelly School of the Holy Child, established by the Society of the Holy Child JesusSociety of the Holy Child Jesus
The Society of the Holy Child Jesus is an international community of nuns that was founded in England in 1846 by Philadelphia-born Cornelia Connelly. Cornelia converted to the Roman Catholic Church in 1835. The Society was approved in 1887 by Pope Leo XIII, and the rules and constitutions were...
in Potomac in 1961, is a Catholic
Catholic
The word catholic comes from the Greek phrase , meaning "on the whole," "according to the whole" or "in general", and is a combination of the Greek words meaning "about" and meaning "whole"...
, independent, college-preparatory school for girls, grades 6-12. The School is part of a network of 33 Holy Child schools in the United States, Europe and Africa, based on the educational and moral teachings of Cornelia Connelly
Cornelia Connelly
Cornelia Connelly , born Cornelia Peacock, was the born founder of the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, a Roman Catholic religious order...
. Holy Child schools promote academic excellence and stress social responsibility by providing an environment for developing the critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills needed in a changing world.
Cornelia Connelly was an American woman, born in Philadelphia, who founded the first Holy Child school in England in 1846.
Curriculum
The Upper School curriculum offers a broad range of core courses and a challenging selection of electives, constantly encouraging the students to think critically and creatively. The Holy Child faculty promotes class discussion and provides an environment where students can openly express their own thoughts and opinions. Student schedules include free periods to allow individual assistance from teachers, independent study and collaboration for group projects. Students are urged to take full advantage of assistance from their teachers.Upper School graduation requirements are as follows: 4 English credits, 4 Religion credits, 3 Mathematics credits, 3 Science credits, 3 Social Studies credits, 3 Foreign Language credits, 2 Fine Arts credits, and 1.5 Physical Education credits.
AP courses and consortium offerings with other local private schools allow our young women to further prepare themselves for college.
The Middle School program at Holy Child provides the academic structure and the individual freedom essential to the development of the young adolescent. Each student’s mastery of basic skills provides her with the opportunity to progress from concrete to more abstract thought. Girls are encouraged to take personal initiative through questioning and analytical thinking. Study skills, such as time management and problem solving, are taught and practiced. The Middle School faculty demonstrates the interconnectedness of all knowledge by structuring interdisciplinary and thematic units. Experiential learning encourages the girls to discover concepts behind this core knowledge and fuels the love of lifelong learning. Following the example set by Holy Child’s foundress, Cornelia Connelly, Middle School teachers understand that learning takes place in a variety of contexts and include in their academic plans field trips, traditional celebrations and service projects.
Athletics
Seasonal Sports Offered at Holy Child:Fall: Soccer, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Cross Country, Tennis
Winter: Swimming, Basketball, Indoor Lacrosse
Spring: Lacrosse, Softball, Track
All seasons: Equestrian, Dance
Holy Child participates in the Independent School League (ISL)
Independent School League (Washington, D.C. area)
The Independent School League or ISL is a group of seventeen United States, , preparatory schools that compete with each other athletically. Schools are noted for their academic rigor and traditional rivalries...
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Mission statement
From the Holy Child Web site:Connelly School of the Holy Child is a Catholic, college preparatory school, committed to the intellectual, spiritual, artistic, physical and social development of young women in grades 6-12. The School emphasizes academic challenge, joy of learning, and the education of well-rounded women of faith and action. The Holy Child community welcomes students and families of different faiths and diverse backgrounds. In keeping with the philosophy of our founder, Cornelia Connelly, Holy Child values the uniqueness of each individual and fosters a life of service to others.