Why Choose SHS?

Sacred Heart School provides a quality Christian-based education at an affordable price. Students benefit from smaller class sizes and more individualized instruction. Elementary school students receive phonics-based reading and math instruction along with intervention, music, foreign language, technology, physical education, and art instruction up to sixth grade. Students in grades 9-12 have a variety of course electives such as choral and drama, archaeology, Spanish, writing, yearbook and newspaper, dual enrollment options in English and mathematics, stage design, and algebraic connections. Electives will vary from year to year based on interest and availability of instruction and we usually "rotate" classes to give students more options. Past electives have included Southern heritage, Physics, Photography, Web Design, and ACT Prep.

The most important thing about joining the Sacred Heart family is the fact that we view our students and staff as part of a family. We want to see our students learn how to be a positive, Christian influence on others and how to reach out to the community and give of themselves.

Extracurricular Activities

Athletics

Sacred Heart School is a member of the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA). Students must follow all rules regarding eligibility set forth by the AHSAA. Athletes are expected to demonstrate Christian values and represent Sacred Heart School in a positive manner during all athletic meets. We strive to help them build a strong character while learning the value of teamwork.

Boys' Athletics for 2011-2012 school year:

• Basketball
• Baseball

Girls' Athletics for 2011-2012 school year:

• Volleyball
• Basketball
• Soccer
• Cheerleading

Other sports may be available depending on availablity of staff and student interest.

Clubs and Organizations

Student Government Association (SGA)

The Student Government Association provides leadership opportunities and allows students to assist in the planning of school-wide functions such as Homecoming Week. They also participate in fundraising drives to support school sponsored functions. The students also provide guidance and supervision during events such as Grandparents' Day, Field Day, and the AR Fun Day. Annual elections are held to elect representatives and leadership staff. For more information about SGA, contact the SGA Advisor, Mr. Chris Hill at 256-237-4231, ext. 1.

Beta and Jr. Beta Clubs

The mission of the National Beta Club is "to promote the ideals of character, service and leadership among elementary and secondary school students, to reward meritorious achievement and to encourage and assist students in continuing their education after high school." Students are expected to meet those academic requriements and demonstrate compassion by earning service hours by assisting different organizations in the community. The Junior Beta Club also sponsors the school store, The Cardinal's Nest, which carries school supplies, snacks, and more. The store operates before and after school for our students. Membership is by invitation only but, for more information about Junior and Senior Beta Clubs, you may contact the main office for the sponsors or visit http://www.betaclub.org.

Choral and Drama

Sacred Heart School is proud to have a group of talented students involved with musical and drama performances. During the school year, our choral and drama group perform a Renaissance Madrigal, an annual spring musical, and work to provide music for our weekly Mass service. They are under the direction of Ms. Sandra Pullen, though many other staff members and parents work very hard to help create sets, design and make costumes, and design programs and tickets. Students are involved in the creative process from start to finish. For more information on the choral and drama productions, contact Ms. Sandra Pullen or the main office at 256-237-4231, ext. 1.

Tri-M Music Honor Society

Is a national organization that recognizes outstanding high school musicians who also show academic achievement and ser vice. Membership is by invitation only. To be a member of Tri-M, students must perform an approved vocal or instrumental solo, duet, or perform in a larger ensemble before the fellow chapter members or prepare an oral or written reportn on a musical topic in lieu of a performance. Students must participate in a music class or ensemble during the current school year, maintain an A in their music courses nd a C average or better overall, and demonstrate leadership, service, and strength of character. For more information about the Tri-M Music Honor Society, visit them online at www.menc.org or contact the sponsor, Ms. Sandra Pullen at 256-237-4231, ext. 1.

Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society

Mu Alpha Theta is the National High School and Two-Year College Mathematics Honor Society. The goal is to inspiring students to develop a strong interest and promote enjoyment of the subject of mathematics. Students wishing to join Mu Alpha Theta must have completed Algebra 1 and Geometry and maintained a 3.0 Average in those classes. Dues are $10 per year and students receive an honor cord at graduation. To find out about Mu Alpha Theta, contact the club sponsor, Ms. Paige Scott, at 237-4231, ext. 1, or go to the homepage at www.mualphatheta.org.