Sacred Heart School
Mission Statement
Sacred Heart School shares in the mission of the Catholic Church to educate the whole child, to live the Gospel values, to strive for academic success, to develop God – centered relationships, and to show respect for God’s creation.Philosophy
Sacred Heart School believes: That as an integral part of the ministry of Sacred Heart Church, the school is dedicated to preparing the children to live their faith by word and example. That every child is made in the image of God and deserving of dignity and respect. That the parents as the primary educators of their children are called to be the spiritual leaders of their families, model Christian virtues, pass on Gospel values, and support and affirm the teachers and staff of Sacred Heart School. That we strive to educate the whole young person: Spiritually, Academically, Physically, and Socially
Schoolwide Learning Expectations
A graduate of Sacred Heart School will
1. Be an active participant in a Christian faith life
© Demonstrate a knowledge of scripture and basic Catholic doctrine and practices
© Develop Christ-like attitudes and behavior
2. Respect God’s creation
© Appreciate that we are made in God’s image
© Show tolerance and respect for diversity
3. Be a globally aware citizen with a sense of responsibility
© Participate in community service
© Show compassion and stewardship for others and the environment
4. Demonstrate a solid foundation in the basic skills of all academic disciplines
© Effectively communicate orally and in writing
© Apply learning to real-life situations
© Become a problem solver who observes, experiments, discovers, and reaches solutions
5. Develop organizational and study skills to accomplish goals
© Follow directions, demonstrate responsibility, organize material, use resources, and develop time management skills
© Develop test-taking strategies
© Work collaboratively as well as independently
6. Demonstrate self-control and responsible behavior
© Model loyalty and courage
© Show patriotism and good citizenship
© Exhibit good sportsmanship
7. Develop and utilize own unique gifts and talents
© Appreciate a variety of fine arts
© Display creativity
8. Demonstrate an understanding of habits which lead to a healthy lifestyle
© Develop a sense of physical, emotional, and social well-being
Schoolwide Learning Expectations
Primary Edition
A graduate of Sacred Heart School will
1. Be like Jesus
© Know my prayers and Bible stories
© Show kindness in my thoughts and actions
2. Take care of God’s world
© Be happy that God made us
© Know that we are all God’s children
3. Care about others
© Give to those in need
© Work to make my world a better place
4. Be a good student
© Speak and write clearly
© Use what I have learned
© Look, try, think, and do
5. Be ready to learn
© Follow directions
© Do my own work
© Work well with others
6. Follow the rules
© Be a good friend
© Love my country
© Be a good sport
7. Be the best I can be
© Have fun with music, art, and dance
© Share my gifts
8. Take care of myself
© Stay healthy and be happy with myself
