History, Talk and Tour
March 3, 2018
Congé 2018
March 3, 2018
Visiting Chinese Students
March 2, 2018
Yesterday we said farewell to the Chinese students who arrived nearly three weeks ago, a bit unsure of what to expect but with great enthusiasm.
Bicentennial Lesson Plan #4
February 13, 2018
Bicentennial Lesson Plan No. 4 – New Orleans Hospitality, spanning the period May 25 to June 26, 1818, is now available. Lesson 4 details the generous hospitality and support of the Ursuline community, and Philippine’s determination to follow her dream despite the uncertainties of being an immigrant.
Apparel Store
February 12, 2018
To visit our apparel store, click here. Open until February 25th at 11:59 p.m.
Celebrating Catholic Schools Week
January 30, 2018
Happy Catholic Schools Week! What an exciting time as we are also celebrating nearly 200 years of both education in St. Charles and Catholic education in the Archdiocese of St. Louis, both of which began with our school.
Bicentennial Medal
January 12, 2018
The Shrine of St. Philippine Duchesne has commissioned a Bicentennial medal, available in three finishes (non-precious, sterling silver, and vermeil). The front reads “Rose Philippine Duchesne, 1769-1852”; the back, “Established Sacred Heart Education in America, 1818.” Order online here or visit the Shrine office to view in person.
Philippine in Her Own Words
January 12, 2018
The second presentation in the 2017-2018 Philippine Duchesne Bicentennial Sacred Heart Spirituality Series at Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School will take place on Friday, Feb. 2. Sister Lyn Osiek, a 1958 graduate of the Academy, Society of the Sacred Heart archivist, and author of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne, will present “Philippine in Her Own Words.” All are most welcome to attend; guests welcome. Click here to view the event flyer.
Talk and Tour
January 10, 2018
It’s an exciting time to discover more about the Academy as we continue our 200th year! Schedule a visit to learn about our new program features– 1:1 laptops, three science labs, international language in PreK-8–and experience love of learning in action!
Bicentennial Lesson Plans
January 10, 2018
Bicentennial Lesson Plan No. 3 – Ocean Travel to the New World, spanning the period February 15 to May 16, 1818, is now available. Lesson 3 focuses on Philippine’s first-hand account of her transatlantic journey from Bordeaux, France, to New Orleans in 70 days and sailing ships in the early 1800’s.
Academy Featured in Streetscape
January 5, 2018
Check out “Education Can Change the World,” a story about the Academy of the Sacred Heart in the Winter issue of Streetscape Magazine. Our 200-year history and who we are today are the focus of the article.
