Academics
At Sacred Heart Area School, our academics are rooted in Catholic virtues, fostering a love of learning, academic excellence, and the development of the whole child—mind, body, and spirit.
WCEA Accreditation: A Commitment to Excellence
Sacred Heart Area School is proud to have earned full accreditation with a Status of Candidacy from the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA). This accreditation marks an exciting milestone in our school’s journey, signifying our commitment to providing a high-quality, faith-based education.
WCEA is a respected organization that sets high standards for academic excellence, faith formation, and operational quality in Catholic schools. Schools accredited by WCEA must meet rigorous criteria, ensuring they offer a well-rounded education that nurtures both academic success and spiritual growth. This accreditation also connects us to a network of Catholic schools dedicated to continuous improvement and high educational standards.
Being accredited by WCEA allows Sacred Heart Area School to proudly display our dedication to offering the best possible education for your child. We are also able to list our WCEA accreditation with SEVIS for those applying for F-1 student visas.
At Sacred Heart, we are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment where your child can thrive academically and spiritually. We invite you to be part of our school community, where excellence, faith, and continuous growth are at the heart of everything we do. Enroll today and give your child the opportunity to grow and succeed in a school that is committed to their future!
Mission
At Sacred Heart Area School, we are dedicated to nurturing the whole person by integrating our Catholic faith in Christ into every aspect of our students' lives. We strive to foster both spiritual and academic growth within a compassionate and supportive environment. Through our commitment to love and respect for all, we aim to inspire each student to achieve their fullest potential and to live out the Gospel values in service to others.
Philosophy
Sacred Heart Area School believes that education is a journey of faith, knowledge, and service. Rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church, we are committed to developing each student's spiritual, intellectual, and emotional growth. We believe that a strong faith foundation enhances academic excellence and that every child is a unique gift from God, deserving of respect, encouragement, and the opportunity to succeed.
Our philosophy is guided by the following principles:
Faith Integration: We infuse Catholic values and teachings into our curriculum, helping students to deepen their relationship with Christ and to understand their role in the broader Church community.
Academic Excellence: We provide a rigorous and dynamic academic program that challenges students to think critically, solve problems, and pursue lifelong learning.
Character Development: We emphasize the importance of moral integrity, responsibility, and service, encouraging students to lead lives of compassion and justice.
Community and Respect: We create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where every student, family, and staff member is valued and treated with dignity and kindness.
Service to Others: We encourage students to live out their faith through acts of service, understanding that their education calls them to be leaders and contributors to a just and caring world.
By living out these principles, Sacred Heart Area School seeks to prepare our students not only for academic success but for a life of faith-filled service and leadership in the world.
Philosophy of Assessment
At Sacred Heart Area School, our approach to assessment is deeply rooted in our Catholic faith and our commitment to nurturing the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. We believe that each student is a unique creation of God, deserving of an educational experience that honors their individual gifts and potential.
To ensure that we meet the needs of every student, we conduct comprehensive assessments at the beginning of each school year. These initial evaluations allow our teachers and specialists to develop personalized educational plans, tailored to help each student grow academically, spiritually, and socially in alignment with our Catholic virtues.
Throughout the academic year, we engage in ongoing assessments that provide clear, actionable information to both parents and teachers. These assessments serve as a tool to monitor student progress, identify areas of strength and growth, and ensure that every student is on a path toward fulfilling their God-given potential.
Our assessment process is dedicated solely to supporting student progress. We believe that through thoughtful, faith-driven assessment practices, we can guide our students not only toward academic excellence but also toward becoming compassionate, faith-filled members of the community.