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Willows Academy A College Preparatory School in the Catholic Tradition for girls in grades 6-12.

Willows Academy is a college-preparatory school, rich in the Catholic tradition, and focused on the education of young women grades 6 through 12. Our statistics say it all:
ACT average of 28
Average class size: 20
100% College Placement
All-Honors curriculum
Class of ‘17 (30 girls) offered over $5 million in scholarships

✨ The spotlight is on and we are live! ✨Willows Academy requests the honor of your presence at The Prelude, featuring Wi...
10/10/2026

✨ The spotlight is on and we are live! ✨

Willows Academy requests the honor of your presence at The Prelude, featuring Willows Idol and the Class of 2027.

📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
📍 Marriott Lincolnshire Resort
💌 Kindly respond by October 24

Registration is now open.

Register at https://willowsacademy.ejoinme.org/prelude

We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🌟

Choosing a high school is a big decision, and the best way to make it is to see a school for yourself.At our Fall Open H...
10/08/2026

Choosing a high school is a big decision, and the best way to make it is to see a school for yourself.

At our Fall Open House, you and your daughter can tour our campus, meet our teachers, and talk with current Willows students and families who can share their experience firsthand. Come with your questions. We would love to answer them.

Sunday, October 25 | 1:00 to 3:00 PM
Register now: willowsacademy.org/openhouse

Dressed up, danced the night away, and made memories to last long after the music stopped. ✨🪩
10/08/2026

Dressed up, danced the night away, and made memories to last long after the music stopped. ✨🪩

🧪✨ Chemistry in action at Willows!Mrs. Toler’s Chemistry class turned pennies into “silver” and then into “gold” using s...
10/08/2026

🧪✨ Chemistry in action at Willows!
Mrs. Toler’s Chemistry class turned pennies into “silver” and then into “gold” using simple alloy chemistry! Our all-girls classroom environment gives students the opportunity to learn through interactive, hands-on experiences while collaborating with their classmates and putting scientific concepts into practice.
At Willows, we believe learning is best when students are engaged, curious, and working together! ⚗️🔬✨

Pumpkins, paint, and a little October magic 🎃🍂Our 7th graders made the most of the beautiful fall weather with a pumpkin...
10/07/2026

Pumpkins, paint, and a little October magic 🎃🍂

Our 7th graders made the most of the beautiful fall weather with a pumpkin painting party in our green space! A perfect afternoon of creativity, laughter, and making memories together. 🧡

Faith in action! 💙✝️One of our eighth grade students was among the Willows students and faculty who made their way to St...
10/05/2026

Faith in action! 💙✝️

One of our eighth grade students was among the Willows students and faculty who made their way to St. Louis for the historic Beatification of Blessed Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. What a beautiful opportunity to live our faith beyond the classroom and witness this extraordinary moment in the life of the Church. catholichighschool

🦅 Welcome Back, Mrs. Katie MacKinnon!Willows Academy is thrilled to welcome Mrs. Katie MacKinnon as our new Alumnae Enri...
10/05/2026

🦅 Welcome Back, Mrs. Katie MacKinnon!

Willows Academy is thrilled to welcome Mrs. Katie MacKinnon as our new Alumnae Enrichment Director!

A proud alumna of the Willows Class of 2002, Mrs. MacKinnon completed the Alliance for Catholic Education program through Notre Dame and went on to teach high school Spanish throughout the Chicago area.

As the Alumnae Enrichment Director, she is thrilled to be back at her alma mater. She is excited to reconnect with our incredible graduates and build a vibrant, lifelong network through engaging events and new traditions.

We’re so happy to have you back at Willows, Mrs. MacKinnon! 🦅💙

🏃‍♀️ Eagle of the Week: Natalie Holoska! 🦅Coach Sacris and Coach Cullota proudly nominate Natalie Holoska as this week’s...
10/05/2026

🏃‍♀️ Eagle of the Week: Natalie Holoska! 🦅

Coach Sacris and Coach Cullota proudly nominate Natalie Holoska as this week’s Eagle of the Week!

Natalie has been a wonderful addition to the High School Cross Country Team this year. She has competed at the Varsity level at every meet this season and has been a consistent scorer for the team.

“It's evident that Natalie took her summer training seriously, as she began the season with a strong foundation,” her coaches shared. “She pushes herself in workouts and has shown significant improvement. She currently holds the team’s fastest 3-mile time of the season and was the first Eagle to cross the finish line at the Lake Forest Academy Invitational this past Wednesday. We are excited to see what the rest of the season has in store for her!”

The start of the school year has been a blast at Willows! From House traditions and Big Sister–Little Sister Week this w...
10/02/2026

The start of the school year has been a blast at Willows! From House traditions and Big Sister–Little Sister Week this week to all the little moments that make our community so special, there has been so much to celebrate.

But today, we paused to remember what is most important. Our entire Willows community came together for an all-school Mass celebrating the founding of Opus Dei, followed by a sweet donut reception in the gym.

We thank God for all the ways He has blessed our school and our Willows family.

St. Josemaría, pray for us!

Spend the day as an Eagle! 🦅The best way to know if Willows is the right fit is to experience it firsthand. Your daughte...
10/01/2026

Spend the day as an Eagle! 🦅

The best way to know if Willows is the right fit is to experience it firsthand. Your daughter will be paired with a current Willows student and spend the full day by her side, from classes to lunch to everything in between.

Choose the day that works for your schedule and book instantly: bit.ly/shadow-wa.

Interested in our middle school? Our middle school shadow days begin November 17. Use the same link to sign up!

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1015 Rose Avenue
Des Plaines, IL
60016

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+18478246900

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