Rare Books for Sale

February 2, 2016

The Feb. 15 deadline is approaching to bid on two valuable books (now out of print) that were given with the suggestion that proceeds from their sale might add to the memorial established in the name of Cindy Cannon Brooks ’75. These books have particular appeal to Sacred Heart people, who will recognize the name of Louise Callan, RSCJ as the historian who wrote so beautifully about Philippine Duchesne and about the Society of the Sacred Heart. The titles of the books are:

  • The Society of the Sacred Heart in North America, published in 1937
  • Philippine Duchesne, Frontier Missionary of the Sacred Heart, published in 1957

Student Art Exhibit at Foundry Art Centre

February 2, 2016

Academy student artwork will be on display Feb. 21 through March 6 in the Baue Family Art Gallery at the Foundry Art Centre (our neighbor down the hill at 520 North Main).  On Sunday, March 6, there will be a reception with punch and cookies from 1–3 p.m., after which exhibitors may take their artwork home. Plan to visit the exhibit!

Super Spellers

February 1, 2016

Congratulations to these students in Classes 3-8 who took part in last week’s Spelling Bee finals. It was an amazing contest that last 31 rounds. High fives for our winner, Anastasia, and runner up, Mary Kathleen. They’ll be ready to represent the Academy in the regional Scripps Spelling Bee competition.

Beyond Sunday Scholarship Program

February 1, 2016

In a desire to make Catholic education more affordable for middle income families, the Archdiocese of St. Louis is offering scholarships for the 2016–2017 school year. These scholarship funds from the Roman Catholic Foundation of Eastern Missouri are made possible by the Beyond Sunday Campaign. Families with students in Archdiocesan, parish and private Catholic schools are eligible to apply for both the K–8 and the 9–12 programs. The application period begins Feb. 1 and runs through Feb. 29.

Goûter Gatherings

January 28, 2016

The last Parent Goûter Gathering will take place this evening with our oldest students’ parents. Mrs. Renken and I have thoroughly enjoyed each and every one of these reflective conversations. For those parents who have been unable to attend, meeting notes have been posted in the appropriate grade level Parent Portal space. Thank you to PCC President Jennifer Ruffino for attending every meeting and preparing notes.
 
Here are a few topics that have come to light from the first four meetings:

Tours to Old St. Ferdinand Shrine in Florissant

January 26, 2016

The Sacred Heart Alumni Association will sponsor spring tours to the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine, located in Florissant on the site of Philippine Duchesne’s first convent in America. Sister Margaret Munch, who serves on the Friends of Old St. Ferdinand Board and has a vast knowledge of the Philippine history that prevails in Florissant, will lead the tours on February 20, March 9, April 16 and May 11. Tours will depart from the Shrine of St. Philippine Duchesne at 10 a.m., or you may join the group in Florissant at 10:30 a.m. Reservations are required.

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Tours to Old St. Ferdinand Shrine in Florissant

January 26, 2016

This past fall the Sacred Heart Alumni Association offered an alternative to the annual Days of Recollection which it has sponsored in the past. Sister Margaret Munch conducted tours to the Old St. Ferdinand Shrine in Florissant, which is located on the site of the first convent that St. Philippine Duchesne built in America.  That convent still stands and has been carefully restored in recent years.  A trip to this location takes a pilgrim back to those early days when the Society of the Sacred Heart operated a school in Florissant after they left St. Charles in 1819.  Some who took the tour in June suggested that it be offered more widely, in the hopes of sharing the story of our very own saint.

Sister Munch is on the Friends of Old St. Ferdinand Board and has a vast knowledge of the Philippine history that prevails in Florissant as well as a keen desire to assist that committee in its ongoing work of restoration.  Because she has retired from teaching at the Academy this year, Sister Munch is free to schedule a number of tours which we are pleased to be able to sponsor.  We are offering the following four dates this spring and hope to be able to add more next fall. Our spring dates are:

  • Saturday, February 20
  • Wednesday, March 9
  • Saturday, April 16
  • Wednesday, May 11

The number of participants in a tour is limited due to the size of the rooms in this historic complex. Carpool groups will set out from the Shrine of St. Philippine Duchesne (on the Academy grounds) at 10 a.m.  Or, pilgrims may choose to join the group in Florissant at 10:30 a.m.  The tour will last approximately one hour. There is the option of continuing the day with lunch at Hendel’s restaurant, which is nearby.

The Alumni Association suggests a donation of $10 per person.  Sister Munch will give your gift (in any amount) to the Shrine of St. Ferdinand for its ongoing work of restoration.  Reservations in advance are required.  These can be made by contacting Ann Diekemper (636-946-6127, ext. 1640).

Educating through Relationships

January 26, 2016

All are invited to the second presentation in this year’s Sacred Heart Spirituality and Education Speakers Series at Villa Duchesne and Oak Hill School on Friday, Feb. 5. Sister Donna Collins, RSCJ, principal at Villa Duchesne and board member at Sheridan Road, Chicago, will present “Madeleine Sophie Barat: Educating through Relationships Old and New.”  Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and presentation begins at 9:45 a.m. READ MORE

A Yummy Opportunity

January 26, 2016

RR.SpiritWeek

Join Red Robin’s “Burgers for Better Schools” program Jan. 25 through Feb. 7, and they’ll donate 5% of your bill to Academy of the Sacred Heart, once you’ve confirmed ASH as your designated school.

REGISTER HERE

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Library Night at the Academy

January 21, 2016

Last Friday, almost 60 parents and children of the Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Classes joined numerous faculty in the library for a book discussion of Wonder by R.J. Palacio. Adults and students alike were captured by the story of Auggie Pullman, who was born with a facial abnormality. Having been homeschool all of his life, the plot of the story revolves around Auggie’s fifth grade experience in his new school. With the theme “Always choose kind,” hearts were touched and eyes were opened! Huge gratitude to Mrs. Metcalf, our librarian, who orchestrated the meaningful, reflective and fun-filled book discussion evening!

Admissions Open House Jan. 21

January 15, 2016

Academy students will welcome prospective parents to Winter Open House on Thursday, Jan. 21 at 9 a.m. Spend the morning with us for a first-hand experience with our students and faculty. Come discover what makes us distinctly different!

To reserve your spot, please contact admissions@ash1818.org.