Top 16 Reasons to Attend Our Lady of the Elms

 

(We started out with 10 reasons and couldn’t stop ourselves.)

 

  1. Excellent Education.  The Elms is ranked 12th in the State!  33 percent of Elms graduates enter Math or Science Careers (vs. 3 percent National average).  Our challenging curriculum prepares girls for the next level, whether it’s middle school, high school, college or beyond.

 

  1. Single Gender Education.  Free from the pressures of a co-educational environment, Elms girls are able to cultivate their talents and share their ideas without limitation. Nationally recognized research indicates that girls learn and process information differently than boys. At the Elms, this means your daughter will learn and excel at her own pace, challenged and encouraged by her peers. She will be a leader. Read more here: http://www.theelms.org/girl/benefits.html. 

  

  1. Athletics.  From CYO (soccer, basketball, track and volleyball) to Varsity (soccer, basketball, volleyball, tennis, track & field, cross country, bowling, golf and softball), Elms girls all have the opportunity to be an athlete!

 

  1. Critical thinking.   We teach Elms girls to problem-solve and become critical thinkers, which is essential in any school or work environment.

 

  1. College. 100 percent college acceptance for over 20 years.  The Class of 2010 earned over $6.7 million (28 students). We hear from Elms graduates over and over again that their Elms education made college easier.

 

  1. Teachers who care.  Educators at the Elms engage the imagination, creativity and sense of discovery in their students.

  

  1. It's Fun. Elms Olympics, Father-Daughter Dance, Mother-Daughter Luncheon, talent shows, deck the halls, Week of Young Child, Catholic School’s Week, Junior Ring Ceremony, Big Sis/Little Sis, Baccalaureate, Dress-Down Days, Senior Lounge, hanging out with friends and more!

  

  1. Personal attention.  Small class sizes ensure that each student receives individual attention and personalized instruction by distinguished faculty and dedicated staff.

 

  1. Women’s Leadership.   From the Line Leader in first grade to the Student Council President in high school, girls hold all leadership positions at the Elms.

  

  1. The Elms is family. When you are part of the Elms community you belong to the Elms family forever. 

 

  1. Opportunities.  Science Fair, trips to Williamsburg, CSI learning unit, mission projects, school plays, leadership positions, retreats, theater, speech, debate, Academic Challenge, International Club, Spirit Club, Social Action, Liturgical Ministry Team and more!

 

  1. Facilities. New gym, fitness center, dance studio, locker rooms and a renovated theater.  Science labs, SmartBoards, and an athletic complex with a track, soccer fields, tennis courts and softball fields.

 

  1. Faith & Values.  Yes, we are a Catholic school, but we welcome students of all religions and faiths.  Guided by the Dominican ideals of prayer, study, community and preaching, Elms girls become confident, articulate, compassionate and innovative.

  

  1. Tradition.  Be a part of a tradition that began in 1923. Elms girls become lawyers, scientists, writers, philanthropists, missionaries, CEOs, doctors, international bankers, philanthropists, community leaders and so much more.

 

  1. Friends for life.  Most people keep in touch with the college friends.  History shows that Elms girls are friends for life. 

  

  1. To be an Elms Girl.  An Elms girl listens openly, evaluates wisely, speaks bravely, leads justly and serves compassionately.  It doesn’t matter if you attend the Elms now or graduated 50 years ago, you are always an Elms girl.