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Holy Names High School provides a college prep education in a supportive and inclusive environment.

We pair the challenge of a college preparatory curriculum with a supportive environment and faculty relationships that ensure student success, connection, and confidence. In our intimate and open-minded community, students develop strong voices, deep compassion, and the skills and confidence they need to have a powerful impact on the world. We believe young women can choose their own trajectory free of constraints based on gender, gender identity, race, culture, or economic circumstances.

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YOU ARE WELCOME HERE!

ADDITIONAL SECTION ADDED TO THIS YEAR'S ADMISSIONS CLASS
We are offering a special opportunity for up to 10 students to join the Class of 2027.

FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE
We are committed to providing a top-tier, college prep education to every young woman, regardless of her ability to pay. Financial aid is still available for incoming students on a first-come, first-served basis.

TRANSFER SEATS AVAILABLE
Selected seats are available for the class of 2024-2026.
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Middle School Day: An Artistic Expression of YOU!

TUESDAY, APRIL 18, 4-6pm
REGISTER TODAY: tinyurl.com/middleschoolday23

Express your own thoughts, dreams and ambitions through collage
as you create a surreal room filled with objects of personal significance! This project explores each artist’s unique usage of scale, symbolism, composition, and identity.

All materials are provided for each student to create their own masterpiece!
Join us for this free event for middle school girls, grades 6-8. This inclusive project is perfect for all skill levels. No experience necessary!
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Father/Monarch BBQ

Please join us for Father Monarch BBQ at Temescal Park.

Purchase $10 tickets: tinyurl.com/fathermonarchbbq23.

Hot dogs, burgers, and vegan options will be served. The BBQ will be on April 1st, 2023 from 11AM - 2PM. All Fathers. Father figures, and role models are welcome to join their amazing students for this fun, family-style event. We look forward to seeing everyone there! Please register and purchase a ticket ($10) using the link above.
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#GiveLikeAGirl: Alumnae Giving Challenge

On March 23rd, we are challenging you to #GiveLikeAGirl. As an alumna or friend of Holy Names, you understand the impact of an all-girls education. From our cutting-edge engineering curriculum to our award-winning Visual and Performing Arts department, your donation will support programs that empower out students to be the leaders of tomorrow.

Alumnae classes compete for the most participation and the most money raised, so be sure to include your class year when making your #GiveLikeAGirl donation.

Head to bit.ly/HNHSgivelikeagirl to make your gift and join the challenge.

This year, our goal is to raise $28k in a day for Holy Names High School. Will you help us meet this extraordinary milestone?
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Coffee with the Principals

Come join Ms. Ankobia and Mr. Greene for our next Coffee with the Principals on March 8th from 7:40am to 8:20am in the Social Hall. We will have breakfast snacks, coffee, and tea.

Spirit Week is Here

Welcome to a very special time at Holy Names - Spirit Week! Spirit Week is all about building community and showing school pride. Over the next 5 days, each class will have several opportunities to show off their school spirit and earn points that will go towards the coveted 2022-2023 Spirit Week Championship! This year's theme is MOVIES! The week culminates in a fabulous Spirit Rally where each class performs a student-choreographed routine showcasing exactly who their class is and what their class is all about! Click to view this week's schedule of events.

HNHS Welcomes Jack and Jill of America Read-In

On Sunday, Holy Names welcomed the Oakland/Bay Area Chapter of Jack and Jill of America who sponsored an African American read-in in celebration of Black History month. The campus was a abuzz with students and families as the day began with a reading from Oakland Youth poet laureate Kaylan Black. The read-in continued with workshops for students of all ages. One workshop introduced those as young as 2 to Black heroes. Another taught teens about the mysterious world of NFT's and cryptocurrency. Organizers of the read-in believe that knowledge and, in particular, reading is the key to both learning and passing on the achievements of African Americans.

See the KPIX News coverage here: https://tinyurl.com/4f3ccskd

Catholic Schools Week

National Catholic Schools Week is a celebration and recognition of the exceptional education that Catholic schools offer to so many young people in so many different communities. It is also a time to pause and reflect upon the values that guide all of us on our journey through preparing our students.

Click to view more and see the schedule of events.
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College Access

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Our on-campus UC-certified counselors leverage their decades of expertise in college admissions and work 1:1 with students from their first year. From college selection criteria and application assistance to financial aid forms and essays, our counselors work with students for multiple years to ensure students find the best fit academically, socially, and financially to thrive in college while reducing financial burden.
 
 
Learn more about the College Access Program

Our Mission

Holy Names High School, a small Catholic school for young women, provides an academically challenging college preparatory education in a vibrant learning environment. Our diverse community nurtures spirituality, encourages artistic expression, and promotes justice, preparing the next generation for leadership and service.