Holy Names Academy, founded in 1880 is a private, Catholic, college preparatory school for girls offering educational programs to students in grades nine through 12. Its curriculum includes theology, English, Algebra, arithmetic, science, health and physical education, international language, fine arts, computer application, studio art and social studies. The school also offers college counseling and advanced placements. It offers various extracurricular activities, such as music, arts, drama, games and sports. It organizes various events for its students, such as picture day, market day, and Halloween, homecoming and Christmas celebration. The school operates through various departments, including business office, facilities and operation, food services, human resources, pupil service, special education, technology and transportation. Holy Names Academy is located in Seattle, Wash.