The Sisters of the Holy Cross have committed $12 million to the Academy of the Holy Cross in Kensington, Maryland, affirming their dedication to the school and its mission of developing women of courage, compassion, and scholarship.
An Oct. 26 press release noted that this landmark gift represents a transformational commitment for the Academy of the Holy Cross, positioning the school to advance excellence across the Holy Cross experience. Building on the momentum established from the newly opened St. Angela Athletic and Wellness Center, the school is investing in faculty and staff, expanding signature programs such as the Project Lead the Way four-year engineering track, and enriching academic and extracurricular opportunities.
“This is an extraordinary moment for the academy,” said Emily Kasof, the president & CEO of the Academy of the Holy Cross, and Jennifer Daniels, the chair of the school’s Board of Trustees. “At its heart, the sisters’ $12 million gift is a powerful affirmation of our people, our mission, and the future we are building together. We are inspired by the strength and spirit of our community, and we are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead.”
Sister Sharlet Wagner, the president of the Sisters of the Holy Cross, shared the congregation’s perspective on the academy and the significance of its continued support.
“The Sisters of the Holy Cross are proud of and believe deeply in the mission of the Academy of the Holy Cross. The academy offers something unique to young women. We particularly value the academy’s academic excellence, its small but diverse student body, and its commitment to educating women of courage and compassion,” Sister Sharlet Wagner said. She added, “This gift is an expression of the congregation’s confidence in and commitment to the academy. The Academy of the Holy Cross has a 158-year history with a strong legacy and a promising future as it continues to educate women who will make a difference in the world.”
The press release announcing the gift from the Sisters of the Holy Cross noted, “The Academy of the Holy Cross is deeply grateful to the sisters for this historic gift and the profound impact it will have on generations of students and every member of the Holy Cross family.”
Founded in 1868 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, the Academy of the Holy Cross is a Catholic, independent, college-preparatory school for young women in Kensington, Maryland. Rooted in the tradition of the Sisters of the Holy Cross, the academy is committed to educating and inspiring young women to lead lives of faith, integrity, and service.
