Mary Battaglia

Stone Ridge School of The Sacred Heart is a Catholic, independent college preparatory school serving girls in grades 1-12, with a co-educational early childhood program for ages three months through kindergarten. The private company is based in Bethesda, MD. The school offers a holistic education grounded in faith, intellect, social action, community, and personal growth, and provides a rigorous academic program across lower, middle, and upper schools, integrating STEM, education, and the arts, including a comprehensive choral music program and athletics. Technology and innovation are central to the curriculum, with device programs, maker spaces, and AI integration supporting student learning and digital citizenship. The school fosters a diverse and inclusive community of approximately 780 students from over 40 cities and 29 faith traditions, supported by a highly qualified faculty. Language proficiency, international travel, exchange programs, and themed student groups are promoted, culminating in a studies certificate. Student support includes transportation, afterschool programs, and health services. Financial aid is available to 36% of families, and the school sustains its mission through an endowment and planned giving. Community engagement, leadership development, and parent involvement are emphasized, with extensive resources for families.