Strategic Plan

Holy Child Academy looks ahead with confidence, as it acknowledges the role of trustees, administrators, teachers, parents, grandparents, alumni/ae, and community members in charting a bold course for a promising future. The Strategic Planning Committee of the Board of trustees is pleased to present the results of their collaborative efforts, the 2015 Strategic Plan.

Mission and Philosophy

The principles and traditions of the past will help Holy Child Academy transform the present and future.

To meet the challenges ahead, Holy Child Academy will:

Animate the mission and philosophy statements to reflect the vitality and energy that inspire Holy Child education in Drexel Hill and around the globe;
Consistently celebrate the Seven Goals of Holy Child Education so that all constituents can recognize the timeless impact of Cornelia Connelly’s legacy;
Foster an environment that will nourish and enrich the spiritual and liturgical lives of the Holy Child Academy community; and
Strengthen and expand the religion curriculum.

Marketing

A highly visible profile and unambiguous identity will help Holy Child Academy distinguish itself in the marketplace.

To meet the challenges ahead, Holy Child Academy will:

Revitalize its brand; and
Create unique plans for external, internal, and digital marketing.

21^st Century Teaching and Learning

Teaching that exhilarates, a curriculum that stimulates, and technology that enlivens will help Holy Child Academy foster an innovative, collaborative, and child-centered community focused on today’s needs and tomorrow’s expectations.

To meet the challenges ahead, Holy Child Academy will:

Cultivate and support an environment and culture for 21^st Century teaching and learning to flourish.

Sustainability

A robust financial profile and enhanced facilities will help Holy Child Academy thrive.

To meet the challenges ahead, Holy Child Academy will:

Cultivate and grow enrollment;
Promote and expand the Early Childhood Montessori Program;
Develop, enhance, and maximize ancillary income;
Create a campus master plan; and
Establish an endowment.

Holy Child Academy

475 Shadeland Avenue • Drexel Hill, PA 19026

Tel:

610-259-2712

Discover Holy Child Academy

Inspired by the vision and ideals of educator Cornelia Connelly, Holy Child Academy lays the foundation for a lifetime of excellence, achievement and service.

Enriching Students' Development

From Montessori materials in Early Childhood classrooms to STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) education in Pre-K to eighth grade, students are motivated to learn and are challenged by their teachers.

Self-confident. Conscientious. Motivated.

Small classes allow students to discover their unique gifts; strong academics instill a lifelong love of learning; and a vibrant arts and athletics program enrich the students' development.

Nurturing Respect, Responsibility and Generosity

Providing moral and religious guidance, a solid academic foundation, and communication and technology skills for the future, Holy Child Academy nurtures strong citizens and capable leaders.

Foundation for a Lifetime of Achievement

Holy Child Academy alumni play an important role in the life of the school. We enjoy seeing alumni return to HCA—whether it's to say hello, attend the school play or volunteer at an admissions event.

Making a Difference

Generous support by alumni, parents and friends makes the extraordinary possible at Holy Child Academy. From attending the annual HCA auction to donating to the Innovation Lab, our supporters advance the Holy Child Academy mission in many ways.