Visit IWA

There are many ways to experience IWA. 
Our dynamic campus community offers endless opportunities for students to broaden their
knowledge, gain new skills and be involved in activities that pique their interest. Take a look at what life at IWA is like.
Our Admissions Office offers opportunities that allow you to select the best option for your family.

Upcoming Opportunities to Explore and Connect at IWA

Shadow Days

8th grade and transfer students who sign up to shadow at IWA will visit current classes, meet IWA students and teachers, attend an IWA lunch, be partnered with a campus shadow buddy, and finish off with a Falcon Q&A time. Completing this form serves as your student's permission slip.


Check-in begins at 8:45 a.m. and ends at 9:00 a.m. Students will be paired with their IWA student host between 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. Pick-up will be at 1:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided by IWA. Parents are welcome to attend an Information Session called "Discover IWA" with the Principal and Academic Team from 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. in the conference room. 

Shadow Day #6: Monday, January 27th | 9 AM - 1 PM

Sign Up For SHADOW DAY

Shadow Day #7: Monday, February 10th | 9 AM - 1 PM

Sign Up For SHADOW DAY

Shadow Day #8: Monday, February 24th | 9 AM - 1 PM

Sign Up For SHADOW DAY

Private Tours

Prospective families of 7th, 8th, and high school transfers are invited to IWA to take a one-hour tour of our classrooms, meet our teachers, and learn more about IWA Academics and Athletics.

Our goal for private tours is for potential incoming students and families to gain a more accurate feel for the school  community, student life, and IWA facilities. Please note there will be a limit of two adults per touring student. Prior to your arrival, you will register the members of your party via email response to finalize touring.

Sign-up here today

If you have any questions, Please email the Admissions Office at admissions@incarnateword.org or call 713-227-3637

NEWS

WHY IWA? Hear from Our Parents!
WHY IWA? Hear from Our Parents!

IWA parents Mark Richards, Sr., Kathryn Baumeister, and Brigit Michael share the important reasons they chose IWA for their daughters' high school education.

DECATS Orbits at IWA
DECATS Orbits at IWA

Incarnate Word Academy Hosted DECATS: Exploration Awaits! throughout the month of June. Five IWA faculty members served as Mentors for the 180 gifted Scholars. Our principal, Cathy Stephen, served as the Campus Principal.

 

 

 

 

IWA Hosts Open School Day on January 5
IWA Hosts Open School Day on January 5

Join us for Open School Day on January 5. Tour IWA’s campus and learn more about our academic offerings, athletics, fine arts, and one-of-a-kind leadership program. Meet our students and faculty and enjoy lunch at IWA.

College Counselors Expect Another Banner Year at IWA
College Counselors Expect Another Banner Year at IWA

Last May, the Class of 2023 closed out the year with a school record $14 million in scholarships for 75 students. Dr. Talia Pennington-Dorsey, the director of College Counseling, predicts a successful year for the Class of 2024 as well.

Foundation Day Brings Community Together
Foundation Day Brings Community Together

Incarnate Word Academy celebrated the school's 150th Foundation Day on Friday, April 28. The morning began with the traditional crowning of the Blessed Mother and Mass. After Mass, the community walked to the 609 for the Jeanne de Matel Award presentation, lunch, and games.

The Mission of the Trip is Caring and Connection
The Mission of the Trip is Caring and Connection

Over Spring Break, ten students flew to Santo Domingo for a mission trip sponsored by IWA's Teens4Unity. As part of the service mission, the students taught English classes to young children at a local school called Cafe Con Leche.

iLunch Brings Community Together
iLunch Brings Community Together

A favorite tradition of students at Incarnate Word Academy is the annual International Lunch, or iLunch. Students and parents bring food specialties from their culture to share with the community. After lunch, a joyful assembly kicks off where students perform cultural dances, model fashions, and celebrate.