Sacred Heart School

It is a very busy time at Sacred Heart School as we prepare for the start of another wonderful school year! Our staff has been hard at work getting everything ready for our students and families. The maintenance team is deep cleaning the building, completing repairs, and preparing classrooms for learning. Our office staff is busy placing orders, processing enrollment paperwork, and welcoming new families to our school community. We also have a number of camps happening right now!

Please make note of these upcoming dates:

• Used Uniform Sale – Next Monday and Tuesday: This is a great opportunity to purchase gently used uniform items at reduced prices.

• Knowledge Tree School Supply Orders Due – July 12: Families who wish to order pre-packaged school supply kits through Knowledge Tree must place their orders by this date. Link below.

• Summer Work Due – August 7: Summer assignments for students entering grades PK4–8 must be completed and submitted by August 7.

Fun Run Update

Donations continue to come in for the next phase of the playground! Our new total is $41,496.97.

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We look forward to seeing everyone soon and are excited for another year of faith, learning, and growth at Sacred Heart School!

Each spring, we ask our students, staff, and parents to complete the annual Cognia survey about our school programs and overall educational experience. Once again, we received many excellent suggestions and an overwhelming amount of positive feedback about Sacred Heart School. We appreciate everyone who took the time to share their thoughts and ideas with us.

A more detailed report of the survey results and our Plan of Action for addressing suggestions will be presented during our Back-to-School Parent Meetings. For now, we would like to share a preview of some of the areas that received the highest ratings from our stakeholders.

Parents rated our school highly in the following areas:

• Providing a safe learning environment for students.
• Maintaining a mission statement that is clearly focused on student success.
• Holding high expectations for students in all classes.
• Providing students with up-to-date computers and technology to support learning.
• Communicating effectively about the school's goals and activities.

Staff members rated our school highly in the following areas:

• Having a mission statement that is clearly focused on student success and based on shared values and beliefs that guide decision-making.
• Maintaining facilities that contribute to a safe and positive learning environment.
• School leaders monitoring data related to student achievement.
• School leaders expecting staff members to hold all students to high academic standards.
• The governing body complying with all policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

Students in Grades 3–5 rated our school highly in the following areas:

• My principal and teachers help me be ready for the next grade level.
• My school has computers to help me learn.
• My teachers want me to do my best.
• My school has places for me to learn, such as the library.
• My principal and teachers want every student to learn.

Middle School students rated our school highly in the following areas:

• My school prepares me for the next grade level.
• My teachers use tests, projects, presentations, and portfolios to check my understanding of what was taught.
• My principal and teachers have high expectations for me.
• My teachers grade and evaluate my work fairly.
• My teachers use a variety of teaching and learning activities to help me develop the skills I need to succeed.

We are grateful for the trust and confidence our families, students, and staff place in Sacred Heart School. The survey results affirm many of the great things happening in our school while also providing valuable feedback that helps us continue to grow and improve.

*See attachment for 2026-2027 school calendar

The Week Ahead:

The school office will be open 7:00am-2:00pm daily

Monday: Used Uniform Sale 7:30am-2:00pm

Tuesday: Used Uniform Sale 7:30am-2:00pm

Wednesday: Depending on if we have enough uniforms left we may offer the sale Wednesday.

*The link to new uniforms is below.

Looking Ahead:

July 3: School Office Closed; Summer Camp will be open

July 12: Last Day to Order School Supplies from Knowledge Tree. See below for more information.

August 4: New Family Orientation 6:00pm

August 5: Campus Preview Day 4:00pm-6:00pm

August 7 : First Day of School - Summer Work Due

PK & K will have staggered start days between August 7 and August 10.

We offer two convenient options for purchasing school supplies for the upcoming school year:

Option 1: Purchase Supplies Yourself
You may download and print your child's school supply list from our website and purchase the items on your own. Supplies may be brought to school during New Family Orientation or Campus Preview Day.

To access the supply lists, visit Sacred Heart School Website, select the Parents tab, then click Communication. Look for the link titled Supply Lists.

Option 2: Order a School Supply Kit
We partner with Knowledge Tree to provide pre-packaged school supply kits. Using the link below, you may order the appropriate kit for your child's grade level and have everything prepared for the start of school. The last day to order shool supplies through Knowledge Tree is July 12.

Please note that for students in Pre-Kindergarten through Kindergarten, the nap mat is ordered separately and is not included in the standard school supply kit. The nap mat may be purchased through Knowledge Tree using the separate link provided below or from another vendor of your choice.

https://kidzschoolbox.in8suite.com/

Whichever option you choose, we appreciate your help in ensuring your child arrives prepared for a successful school year. We look forward to welcoming your family to Sacred Heart School!

Four of our middle school students had the opportunity to participate in the Priests of the Sacred Heart Schools in Collaboration Program last week in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Priests of the Sacred Heart sponsor five schools across North America, and each school selected four students to attend this year's program.

During the week, students shared presentations about their schools and the activities in which they participate. They were also introduced to the Provincial Council of the Priests of the Sacred Heart for the United States and enjoyed a friendly game of Jeopardy with the priests, testing their knowledge of Fr. Leo John Dehon, founder of the Priests of the Sacred Heart.

Students also participated in a service project where they cleaned flower beds and planted new flowers. Later, they enjoyed an ice cream social with retired priests and learned more about the history and mission of the Priests of the Sacred Heart.

The remainder of the week was filled with educational and cultural experiences, including visits to Discovery World Museum, Holy Hill Basilica, the Harley-Davidson Museum, the University of Milwaukee Planetarium, and a boat tour along the shores of Lake Michigan.

Our students gained valuable experiences, developed new friendships, and represented Sacred Heart School with pride. They will share what they learned with our students when they return and will continue building connections with the other schools by participating in an online conference with Priests of the Sacred Heart schools from around the world this October.

Students in all grade levels have been hard at work this summer practicing and improving their basketball skills through a variety of camps led by our dedicated parents and alumni. These camps provide a wonderful opportunity for students to develop fundamentals, build teamwork, stay active during the summer months, and grow their love for the game.

We are grateful to the parents and alumni who generously give their time and talents to support our students and help strengthen our Sacred Heart athletic community.

Students participating in our Summer Camp Program have been having a wonderful summer filled with fun, friendship, and exciting activities! Campers have enjoyed riding their bicycles along the Sr. Margaret Sue Walking Trail, creating arts and crafts projects, exercising and playing games in the gym, and participating in a variety of engaging activities.

Students have also enjoyed special field trips to the movie theater and city park, as well as a cool treat from the shaved ice truck that visited campus. These experiences provide opportunities for students to stay active, learn new skills, and make lasting summer memories with their friends.

There is still time to join our Summer Camp Program! Students who enroll can participate in these fun activities while also completing their summer academic work and preparing for a successful start to the new school year.

You may notice that when logging into FACTS, there is now a new Multi-Factor Authentication login process. This added security feature is designed to help protect your account and keep your personal information safe.

I have attached instructions below in both English and Spanish to assist you if you have any difficulty setting up your new password or completing the authentication process. Please let us know if you need any additional assistance.

Creative Education will host a summer sewing camp on our campus July 13-16 from 8:30am-11:30am. Please see the flyer for additional information and registration.

Summer camp will run from June 1 through July 24, offering a variety of activities to keep children active, learning, and connected throughout the summer months.

Please see the attached registration form and camp calendars for more details. We look forward to a joyful and memorable summer with your children!

Please contact Ms Makaela with additional questions: mwarren@shsm.org

At Sacred Heart School, we take seriously our role as stewards of God’s creation. Our recycling efforts are not only important environmental practices, but also valuable opportunities to teach our students about responsibility, sustainability, and respect for the Earth.

We have several ongoing and new recycling projects that both students and families are invited to support:

🌱 Plastic Recycling Project – Trex Challenge
We are collecting soft plastics, such as grocery bags, bread bags, and other plastics that stretch slightly. These items will be sent to Trex, a company that recycles them into durable outdoor products. Be sure that the plastic bags do not have food residue in them!

♻️ Aluminum Can Collection

We ask parents to bring in aluminum cans to support our ongoing recycling efforts. A designated trailer is often parked in our school parking lot for easy drop-off. If the trailer is not on campus, please bring cans to the main entrance of the school during school hours.

Our Mission

Sacred Heart School is a Catholic environment dedicated to developing young people whose actions reflect knowledge, respect, and integrity.

Our Vision

Sacred Heart Students thrive in a diverse and ever-changing world.

Our Beliefs

We believe…

• all students and staff bring something positive to the classroom and school.
• God loves all students and staff unconditionally.
• we should all use our gifts and talents to serve God and to care for and serve one another.
• students deserve a rigorous, well-rounded education.
• we should embrace diversity.

Sacred Heart School is fully accredited through Cognia, the Mid-South Association of Independent Schools, and the National Catholic Educational Association.

School accreditation is a vital part of ensuring high-quality teaching and instruction in a safe and supportive learning environment. It provides accountability, fosters continuous improvement, and affirms that our school meets rigorous educational standards.

Recently, the Catholic Diocese of Jackson participated in a system-wide Engagement Review conducted by Cognia. We are proud to report that our Diocese met all eight required assurances and received an Accreditation Status along with an Index of Education Quality (IEQ) score of 389 out of 400. For context, the average IEQ score for a school system is 296.

The Engagement Review highlighted several noteworthy strengths, including:

• System leadership that demonstrates a strong and intentional commitment to fulfilling the institution's Catholic identity, mission, and guiding principles.

• Active support and engagement from stakeholders, resulting from that commitment.

• A culture of continuous improvement, particularly in the areas of Catholic identity, collaboration, data-informed decision-making, and a shared focus on students’ experiences and needs.

• A leadership model that prioritizes system-wide success while allowing individual schools to create pathways that reflect their unique academic and spiritual goals.

We are deeply grateful to the staff, parents, and students who participated in the review process. Your contributions were essential to this achievement.

We look forward to continuing our commitment to excellence—both academically and spiritually—as we grow in faith and learning together.

In addition to Cognia, we are accredited by National Catholic Education Association (NCEA) and MidSouth Association of Independent Schools (MAIS)