Presentation Academy, Louisville’s oldest continuously operating school, is a Catholic college preparatory academy for young women seeking the skills needed to become the future leaders of the 21st century. Founded in 1831 by Mother Catherine Spalding and the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, Presentation is located at the corner of Fourth and Breckinridge Streets.  The Pres education encompasses:  

• An urban setting – centrally located in downtown Louisville, to welcome young women from throughout the metropolitan area
• A diverse population – students come from all socioeconomic, racial, ethnic and religious backgrounds
• An education rooted in faith – offering a Catholic faith-based education in which students of all faith traditions learn academic excellence and the Gospel imperative of service
• Individualized attention – recognizing and supporting the individuality of each student to achieve her greatest potential in a community and family-like environment
• A call to leadership – offering programs and opportunities for each young woman to realize her leadership potential in a global society