Founded in 1881 by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, the Academy of the Holy Names is an independent,...
MoreFounded in 1881 by the Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary, the Academy of the Holy Names is an independent, Catholic, coeducational elementary school and a college preparatory high school for young women. Academy is an Apple Distinguished School for 2016-2018 for its successful implementation of a 2:1 MacBook Air and iPad program, for meeting criteria for innovation, leadership, and educational excellence, and demonstrating a clear vision of exemplary learning environments. As the second oldest high school in the state of Florida, Academy strives to maintain an innovative approach to curriculum that integrates technology, promotes creativity, encourages artistic expression, and actively engages students in exploration and inquiry. Less