College Preparatory School for Girls Grades 3-12

Holton Arms School

About Us

Holton is a vibrant place where girls are deeply engaged in the process of learning, and since they are both challenged and nurtured, they develop self-confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of competence.

Athlete
Athlete

Athletics play an important role in Holton experience. From developing basic physical and sports skills to competitive interscholastic sports, Panther pride is on full display with 50 teams in 15 different sports.
Scholar
Scholar

Holton's deep commitment to providing a challenging college preparatory program is buttressed by personal attention and opportunities to excel. Students discover their passions and are encouraged to pursue them to develop their own unique potential.
Artist
Artist

Holton celebrates the arts and artists with programs in drawing and painting, photography, ceramics, choral and instrumental music, dance, and drama.
Community
Community

Holton’s Community fabric is tightly woven. Girls learn best in an inclusive and supportive environment where they connect intellectually and emotionally with those around them.
Support
Support

Since its founding in 1901, Holton has built a tradition of excellence fueled by the generosity of its parents, alumnae, parents of alumnae, grandparents, faculty, and friends.
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Apply

Our motto - I will find a way or make one - speaks volumes about a Holton education. Here, girls develop tenacity of purpose, critical thinking, and problem solving skills. Here girls find their voice.

Arts Events

September

US Drama Backstage Bash & Information Meeting, Scene Shop

October

US Chorus at Independent Schools’ Choral Festival Concert, Washington National Cathedral
US Orchesis Dance Ensemble at WAISDEA Master Class Day, Sandy Spring Friends School

November

US Holton’s Celebration of FotoWeek DC Photography Exhibit Opening, Camalier Gallery and Lewis Theater Lobby
US Play - Lewis Theater
MS Play - Beebe Black Box Theater

December

MS & US Winter Instrumental Concert, Lewis Theater
MS & US Choral Concert, Lewis Theater
US Orchesis Dance Ensemble Open House, Large Dance Studio
Handbells and Chamber Music Concert, Simms Reception Room
LS Community Holiday Sing-Along, Camalier Amphitheater

January

LS Instrumental Sharing, Lewis Theater
LS Winter Arts Celebration, LS and Lewis Theater

February

MS & US Orchesis and Junior Orchesis Dance Ensembles Annual Dance Concert, Lewis Theater
US Winter Play, Lewis Theater
US Director’s Workshop at Landon, Coates Auditorium
MS & US Invitational Strings Festival Concert, Lewis Theater

March

Washington Area Independent Schools’ Dance Festival Concert (WAISDEA), Madeira
LS Sixth Grade Chorus at NCS Choral Festival, Washington National Cathedral
Grade 8 Art Show with Landon, Landow Family Gallery, Landon
Coffeehouse - Performance of Original Works, Beebe Black Box Theater

April

US Chamber Singers at Independent Schools’ Choral Festival Vocal Ensemble Night, Sidwell Friends School
US Spring Choral Concert, Lewis Theater
Washington Independent Schools Handbell Festival, Gymnasium

May

US Spring Instrumental Concert, Lewis Theater
Handbells and Chamber Music Concert, Simms Reception Room
LS Art Share Opening, Lower School
LS Gr. 3 and 4 Instrumental Sharing, Lewis Theater
MS Musical with Landon - TBD, Beebe Black Box Theater
MS Art Show Opening, MS, Camalier Gallery, Lewis Theater Lobby
US Musical at Landon - TBD, Coates Auditorium
US Art Show Opening & Scroll Dedication, Simms Reception Room, Adalman Gallery
LS Gr. 6 & MS Choral Concert, Lewis Theater
LS Gr. 5 and 6 & MS Instrumental Concert, Lewis Theater

Upper school actors

Upper School Orchesis Dancers

upper school students on stage signing

Holton and Landon students playing string on stage

Class of 2022 Art Show post card