High School
Grades 9-12

Our Approach to Educating Girls

At the Elms, your daughter will be encouraged to learn and develop at a pace that matches her learning style and personality. Our unique curriculum offers an integrated approach to Mathematics, Reading and Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Technology, Health, Physical Education, Religion and the Fine Arts. Our curriculum aligns jointly with the State of Ohio Education Standards and all Elms faculty members hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related specialty. Our teachers are highly knowledgeable, experienced and caring.

About The High School

At the Elms, we offer a one-of-a-kind opportunity. The only all-girls high school within a five-county area, the Elms campus is a vibrant and engaging learning community. Young women from many cultural, religious and socio-economic backgrounds are taught by experienced faculty with particular expertise in teaching girls. Small class sizes allow for individualized attention and personalized instruction. Guided by the Dominican Charism of prayer, study, community and preaching, Elms girls become confident, articulate, compassionate and innovative leaders.

The scope of our college preparatory curriculum is broad, balanced and relevant, challenging our students to succeed in high school and beyond. Our students take an active role in the school and community through involvement in co-curricular activities, sports and clubs, embracing responsibility, accepting positions of leadership and exploring their own beliefs and ideals.

As they leave our halls and classrooms, our graduates are socially well-rounded, spiritually and ethically aware and prepared for a lifetime of achievement. Filled with the vision and drive to accomplish their dreams, Elms girls give voice to their passions, ready to embrace the future.

Our graduating classes regularly garner millions of dollars in scholarships, and one hundred percent of Elms graduates attend some of the finest, most prestigious colleges and universities in the nation. Our alumnae are lawyers, scientists, writers, philanthropists, missionaries, CEO’s, doctors, international bankers, and so much more.  Elms girls speak their minds and follow their hearts.

Athletic Program

At the Elms, 100 percent of our athletic resources are devoted to girls.

Elms coaches assist the student athlete with her spiritual, mental, emotional, social and physical growth and development. In addition, she learns self discipline and control, the value of teamwork and mutual respect, the importance of commitment and dedication and an appreciation of personal worth and accomplishment. These life lessons, and the valuable, positive relationships formed on a Panther team follow and sustain our student athletes throughout their lives.

Students have access to a full gym with basketball and volleyball courts, dance studio, outdoor tennis courts, a running track and soccer and softball fields. The fitness facility complements strength and conditioning programs as well as enhances campus life for students not currently on an in-season team. In the Fall, we offer Equestrian, Golf, Soccer, Tennis and Volleyball. In the Winter, we offer Basketball, Bowling and Swimming. In the Spring, we offer Softball and Track and Field.

Clubs & Organizations

We offer a wide variety of clubs and organizations for your girl to grow emotionally, socially and physically. All clubs and organizations are supervised by Elms faculty and staff and we openly welcome all Elms students to join! Clubs and organizations are a great way for the girls to create friendships and make memories.