Stories

Academy of the Holy Names students spent the summer exploring their interests, developing new skills and gaining firsthand experience in fields they may one day pursue. Students participated in programs across the country and around the world, with experiences spanning medicine, engineering, technology, law, government, journalism, the arts, athletics, service and more.

Congratulations to Academy of the Holy Names' own Presley Frye on earning the Congressional Award Silver Medal! Established by law in 1979, the Congressional Award was created to honor, encourage, and inspire America's youth. Since then, thousands of outstanding young Americans have earned this prestigious recognition through their commitment to service, personal growth, physical fitness, and exploration.

When JudyAnne Jackson ’26 stood before her classmates on their final day at the Academy of the Holy Names, she shared something deeply personal: an original song she had written to capture the emotions of graduation, friendship, and moving into the next chapter of life.

AHN continues its tradition of academic excellence with record-setting results on the College Board's Advanced Placement (AP) exams. During the 2025–26 school year, Academy students achieved a school-record 90% qualifying pass rate, with nine out of every 10 exams earning a score of 3 or higher. A total of 345 students took at least one AP exam, and 1,000 AP exams were taken, the highest number in Academy history.

The Academy of the Holy Names celebrated a joyful milestone on May 21, 2026, honoring the 8th Grade Class of 2026 as they officially graduated from middle school. Surrounded by family, friends, faculty, and classmates, 63 students were recognized for their achievements, growth, and the strong bonds they formed during their time at AHN.

On May 19, 2026, the Academy of the Holy Names High School celebrated the graduation of 112 seniors during commencement exercises at the Straz Center in downtown Tampa. The graduates leave AHN with accomplishments shaped by years of work in the classroom, service to others, leadership, and the sisterhood that defines the Academy experience.