History & Mission: Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart, founded in 1858, is an independent, Catholic, day and boarding college preparatory school for young women, grades 9-12, who wish to pursue a course of study committed to academic excellence within the context of a faith-based community. As a member of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools in the United States, Woodlands Academy commits itself to educate to our five goals: a personal and active faith in God, a deep respect for intellectual v