Signature Programs
Our Signature Programs provide intentional and meaningful opportunities for students to dive deeper into their learning - they are what set Forest Ridge apart from other independent schools in Washington and beyond. Each signature program is designed to give students a dedicated learning experience that builds up their interests and talents.
Honors Concentrations
Students pursue advanced study in STEM, the Arts, or Global Citizenship, deepening their expertise through specialized coursework, authentic experiences, and meaningful exploration of their passions.
Immersive Week
A special one-week term in the spring during which students explore and experience an interdisciplinary topic not traditionally covered in the middle and upper school curriculum.
Senior Research Capstone
Every senior completes an original interdisciplinary research project through the Senior Research Capstone, synthesizing years of scholarship into an authentic investigation that reflects their interests, demonstrates advanced research and communication skills, and contributes meaningful insights to a topic of their choosing.
Cor Unum and Global Days
Students in the upper school and middle school take part in Cor Unum and Global Days respectively, two days in the fall during which students hear from guest speakers, and participate in workshops, and team up together on service projects, all around a specific social justice or global issue.
Sacred Heart Exchange
With over 150 schools in 41 countries in the International Sacred Heart network, 8th through 12th grade students have the exciting opportunity to study abroad or host students in an exchange with other Sacred Heart schools.