Rest in Peace, Dr. Clever

November 8, 2017

The Academy community extends heartfelt sympathy to the family of  Henry W. Clever, M.D., who died Nov. 6, 2017. Dr. Clever was a longtime member of our school community and served through the years on various committees, including the Board of Trustees and capital campaigns. Nine of his 11 children are Academy alumni—Roseann “Missy” C. Ogden ’72 (9th), Geralyn C. Deken ’74, Cathy ’76, Marguerite C. Stewart ’78, Madeleine C. Appelbaum ’79, Maria C. Hill ’81, Russell ’83, Elizabeth C. Hogan ’84, and Paul ’86—as are several of his 43 grandchildren. Our prayers are extended to Dr. Clever’s wife, Roseann, and the entire Clever family. May he now rest in the presence of our Gracious and Loving God. View obituary

Trunk or Treat

October 31, 2017

Thanks to the Fathers’ Club for orchestrating our Trunk or Treat event on Sunday. What a fun night! More photos can be found on our Facebook page.

Companions in Mission

October 27, 2017

Have you ever wondered about the four RSCJ who traveled to the New World with Philippine Duchesne? Society Archivist Frances Gimber, RSCJ will present “Companions in Mission” as the first presentation in this year’s Philippine Duchesne Bicentennial Speakers Series at Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School on Friday, November 3, beginning at 9:30 a.m. All are most welcome to attend. Learn more

Alum Success Stories

October 26, 2017

Whether on the court, on the page, in the concert hall or at the State Capitol, Academy alums are achieving success. Check out these four fall 2017 success stories.

A Bicentennial Invitation to Educators

October 17, 2017

On October 10, 1817, news of the RSCJ’s proposed journey to America reached Sacred Heart convents throughout France. On October 10, 2017, Dr. Susan Dempf, Head of School at the Academy, and Mr. Fritz Long, Principal of Duchesne High School, shared with area educators the first of seven lesson plans about St. Philippine Duchesne that are being created for this bicentennial year. They wrote:

“Take a journey with us as we retrace Philippine Duchesne’s voyage from France to the New World to found the first free school west of the Mississippi River, the Academy of the Sacred Heart. We are celebrating the bicentennial of Sacred Heart education in North America, the bicentennial of Catholic education in the St. Louis Archdiocese, and the bicentennial of education in the City of St. Charles and the State of Missouri.

Country Fair 2017

October 17, 2017

What a fun Country Fair weekend! Following Saturday evening’s liturgy in the Shrine and the annual Chili Cook-off, Sunday’s lineup included lots of fun carnival games, pony rides, a giant inflatable, the cake walk, jazzy songs by student performers, sweet little animals to pet, and loads of yummy food. We were lucky and blessed with picture perfect weather for both events.

Thanks to all of our Country Fair guests, volunteers, sponsors and benefactors. Special gratitude to our Country Fair Chairs Mike and Bridget Maroney and Co-Chairs Steven and Cortney Pearce. Last, but not least, thanks to our students who decorated pumpkins and scarecrows and took part in the Apex Fun Run last week. Great job, one and all!

View Country Fair 2017 Photos

View Pumpkins and Scarecrows created by our Students

New AASH Video on St. Rose Philippine Duchesne and her Legacy

October 3, 2017

“Preach by example of your lives rather than by words. Example is the very best sermon.” That is the closing thought but only one of many inspirational quotations featured in “Philippine,” a new video produced by the Associated Alumnae and Alumni of the Sacred Heart as a gift to the celebration of the Bicentennial. It features many ASH faculty members, alumni and parents. Tres bien to all who contributed to this powerful telling of Philippine’s story!