From Mrs. Rhodes
Happy Catholic Schools Week!
I remember telling my husband that I don't know how to raise my children in the Catholic Faith without a Catholic Education when we were deciding about kindergarten for our oldest. My husband did not grow up Catholic but never once did I hear anything about the decision to do so. In fact, I heard much of the opposite. We both agree that the investment could not have been better spent.
This week is about celebrating the partnership with parents for the education of their children to prepare minds for the future and souls for eternity. Archbishop J. Michael Miller, C.S.B. was a part of a podcast that will break down The Holy See's Teaching on Catholic Schools. It is worth a listen at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r6dH_nl5wzA.
I encourage you to find some time this week to be learn about true Catholic Education in some way this week. We are at a pivotal time in our country when Catholic Schools are called to more. All involved in Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic School need to be on the same page for the future of school.
As we celebrate this week with many fun things, let's remember that there is more to our mission. We are putting hearts, some may be little, on a collision course with the Sacred Heart of Jesus. We are happy to partner with you and appreciate your support. It's a great day to be a Cardinal!
Strength in Surrender,
Kathy Rhodes
SHOJ Enrollment
Tuition has been set after much prayer with a desire to be good stewards of tuition and parish support. For in parish tuition (those active parishioners who are growing in the 5 foundation stones). It is as follows:
One Student $ 5450
Two Students $ 8565
Three or More $ 10,660
We understand that it is a commitment to pay for a Catholic Education and want everyone who desires it to have access to it. We encourage those who need it to apply for financial assistance.
It is that time of year when we will start the enrollment process. Please note that all current students are rolled into next year's enrollment and your FACT's account will collect the fees around Feb. 20. You need to notify us in advance if your plans have changed. Please email myself or Cindy if you need to change it.
It is also that time when we will be collecting names of siblings you might want to enroll. Especially those entering Kindergarten. Please go into your admin account and log in. Click the button to enroll for next year and add your additional student. As always please make sure that your information is correct and complete.
Beyond Academics: The Difference in Catholic Education
Please complete the registration above to join us during Catholic Schools Week for a presentation by Sebastian D’Amico “What is Catholic Education?" followed by a panel discussion facilitated by Jennie Punswick of the Blessed Seelos Institute. The event, will take place on January 29, 2025 at Holy Spirit Catholic Parish, Overland Park from 7:00pm – 8:30pm.
Middle School Smoothies Feb. 4
February's flavor is Strawberry Kiwi Breeze.
Here is the form for the Smoothie King order in February. Orders are due Tuesday, 1/28 at noon.
Supporting Embrace
We are excited to announce the opening of our Pop Up Shop to grab your fun EMBRACE gear! Check it out here: https://embracepopup.company.site/
The shop closes on February 5!
We would also love you to join us for our Kendra Gives Back Event on February 6.
TENTATIVE 25-26 School Calendar
Please know this Calendar may change.
SACRED HEART SCHOOL CALENDAR 2025-2026
Revised 1/10/25
AUGUST
6 Teachers Return
7 New Family Social 6:30
? Enrollment 4-7
13 *First day of school *11:30 dismissal
21 Back to School Night
SEPTEMBER
1 NO SCHOOL-Labor day (SOF)
? Lemon Out Free Dress Day
? CPS Parent Meeting
? Donuts with Dads
? Changing Bodies 5th grade Talks 6:30
25 NO SCHOOL- P/T Conference
26 NO SCHOOL
OCTOBER
? School Picture Day
? Muffins with Moms
20/21 NO SCHOOL-End of 1st Quarter
? Trunk of Treat
31 HALF DAY Halloween Parties
NOVEMBER
1 CEF Gaudemaus
21 *11:30 Dismissal-Near and Dear Day
SOF PM
24-28 NO SCHOOL-Thanksgiving
24 Teacher PD
DECEMBER
? Christmas Program
18 Last Day Before Break
19 NO SCHOOL- Teacher PD
Beginning of Christmas Break
JANUARY
5 NO SCHOOL-Teachers Return
6 *Classes Resume-K-8
19 NO SCHOOL-MLK Holiday
25 Catholic Schools Week Begins
30 *11:30 Dismissal Cardinal Carnival
FEBRUARY
? Class Photos
? Fat Tuesday/Early Valentine Parties
12 NO SCHOOL-Parent Teacher Conference
13 No School – PD Day
16 NO SCHOOL-President’s Day
18 Ash Wednesday
MARCH
? Serve Day/Talent Show
16-23 NO SCHOOL-Spring Break
23 No School Teacher PD
24 *Classes Resume 1-8
25 Classes resume for K
APRIL
2 Holy Thursday Full day of School
3 No School Good Friday
6 NO SCHOOL-Easter Monday
19 Quo Vadis Dinner
20 No School SOF
MAY
1 NO SCHOOL SOF
6 May Crowning
11 Graduation Dinner
12 Graduation Mass
18 Field Day
19 *Last day of School-*11:30 Dismissal
20 Teacher PD
Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic school
Email: kathy.rhodes@shoj.org
Website: school.SHOJ.com
Location: 21801 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS, USA
Phone: 9134225520
Facebook: facebook.com/SacredHeartCatholicSchool