Learn about the transformative educational experience at Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart during an open house Sunday, Nov. 7, from noon to 2 p.m. Join teachers and students on campus for an immersive experience on how a Woodlands education prepares girls for college and beyond by empowering them to lead, compete, engage and explore. According to 2022 rankings by Niche, an independent research company, Woodlands Academy was once again the #1 Best All-girls High School in Illinois and the #1 Best Catholic High School in Illinois. The school promotes engaging academics, artistic and athletic excellence, strong faith, and social responsibility. In 2020, Woodlands Academy was recognized by the U. S. Department of Education as a National Blue Ribbon School. This coveted award is based on a school's overall academic performance. It affirms the hard work of educators, families and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students master challenging and engaging content. Located at 760 E. Westleigh Road in Lake Forest, Woodlands Academy is an independent Catholic day-and-boarding, college-preparatory school for young women of all faiths in grades nine through 12. It’s part of a worldwide network of 25 schools in the U.S. and Canada and more than 150 schools in a total of 41 countries. To register online for the open house, visit woodlandsacademy.org/openhouse. More information is available on the website or by calling (847) 234-4300.