The Incarnate Word High School Vision

Grounded in academic excellence and service, Incarnate Word High School will be the premier Catholic college preparatory institution for young women.

Mission

In a faith-based preparatory environment, Incarnate Word High School prepares confident young women dedicated to academic excellence, Christian service and social justice.

Philosophy

Rooted in the mission of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, IWHS promotes a thorough knowledge of the Catholic faith. Through a faith-based intellectually rigorous curriculum, the school provides opportrunities for each student to develop self-discipline and all the dimensions of her person: intellectual, spiritual, moral, social, athletic, and aesthetic. The school encourages young women to be confident and strong citizens of our nation as well as the global community. IWHS nurtures young women who will be sensitive to the mediated character of God's presence with us and to the needs of the poor. The school strives to develop leaders who promote human dignity; are committed to social justice; and, through their spirit of Christian service, represent the healing presence of God in today's world.

Core Values

Academic Excellence, Integrity, Service, Community of Faith, Compassion, Stewardship

History

1881 - Chartered by the State of Texas as Incarnate Word Academy

1897 - Purchased 283 acres from George W. Brackenridge

1903 - Awarded diplomas to first two high school graduates

1922 - Opened the first five-story school building for students, first grade through college.

1950 - Moved into a new million-dollar facility at Mount Erin

1970 - Incorporated modular scheduling Built science facility

1989 - Became part of the Brainpower Connection

Accreditation

Incarnate Word High School is fully accredited with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The High School also holds memberships in the National Catholic Educational Association, and the Texas Catholic Conference.

UIW Connection

Incarnate Word High School is a part of the Brainpower Connection, and is affiliated with University of the Incarnate Word.