- SATURDAY DECEMBER 7 - PTA HOLIDAY BAZAAR
- MONDAY, DECEMBER 9 - IMMACULATE CONCEPTION - 8:30 MASS DRESS UNIFORM
- MONDAY, DECEMBER 9 - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 12 PTA ST. NICK SHOPPE
- WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 11 - $1 PRETZEL DAY
- FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13 - 1/2 DAY NO EDP
- FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13 - CHICK FIL-A-DAY (purchased orders will be sent home with students)
- SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14 - PTA BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
- MONDAY, DECEMBER 16 - FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20 - CHRISTMAS SPIRIT WEEK
- MONDAY, DECEMBER 16 - SHS CHRISTMAS SHOW
- THURSDAY, DECEMBER 19 - MYSTERY TEACHER
- MONDAY, DECEMBER 23 - FRIDAY, JANUARY 3 - CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY SCHOOL CLOSED
- MONDAY, JANUARY 6 - SCHOOL RESUMES
Dear SHS Parents and Guardians,
As the first week of Advent comes to a close, we've begun celebrating the season at Sacred Heart School. On Monday, we gathered as a school community for a special prayer service led by Father John. He blessed each classroom's Advent wreath, symbolizing the hope and joy of the season. Throughout the week, we've been lighting candles and saying Advent prayers during morning announcements, creating paper chains, and exploring the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love in religion class.
By completing acts of kindness, saying prayers, and reading Bible verses, our students are actively preparing their hearts for the birth of Jesus. Their colorful paper chains will adorn our hallways, creating a festive atmosphere.
As we continue our Advent journey, we invite you to join us in embracing the spirit of the season. May this Advent be a time of peace, joy, and spiritual renewal for you and your family.
Many Blessings,
Mrs. Joanna Barlow
Principal
December’s virtue of the month is Purity, keeping your soul free from sin. The Virtues in Practice curriculum explains, “If a bag of sugar says it is pure sugar we know there is nothing but sugar inside the bag. In the same way, God calls us to have pure hearts that are free from sin and selfishness. We are called to keep our mind, body and hearts pure so nothing separates us from God’s love and truth.” Throughout the month of December we will pray for Purity. We will be praying to Mary as she is considered the epitome of purity, because she was conceived without sin. Those students who exemplify the virtue of Purity; will be honored at our January 10th First Friday Mass.
Calling All Singers! Sacred Heart School students in grades 4-8 are invited to join our choir. Rehearsals will be held each Wednesday after school from 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM. For more information and to obtain a registration/permission slip, please click here. Paper copies are also available in the main office. Please return completed permission slips and club registration fee to Mrs. Sheaffer.
ST. NICK’S SHOPPE
The PTA St. Nick’s Shoppe will run December 9-12. During their designated shopping day and time, students will be permitted to purchase Christmas gifts for their friends and loved ones. Starting prices are as low as $1.50. The shopping schedule will be communicated home by your child’s classroom teacher. Volunteers are needed for this event. If you would like to volunteer click on the volunteer link below:
BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION
Join us in earning money for Sacred Heart School by using the Box Tops app. It’s an easy way to make a difference. All you have to do is buy Box Tops participating products (like Cheerios!) and scan your grocery receipt. Box Tops are worth $.10 each and they add up fast! Twice a year, our school receives a check to help pay for whatever we need - equipment, supplies or experiences the kids love! Use the link below to download the Box Tops app: https://btfe.smart.link/c2jjdifkw?referral_code=MU6O53C4
Thank you for supporting SHS!
MEMORIAL BRICK FUNDRAISER
The Friends of Sacred Heart memorial bricks offer a wonderful way to remember our loved ones, while also benefitting our school. To order online, please click here.
Consider contributing to the SHS Annual Campaign, Gifts from the Heart. This carefully planned campaign offers donors the opportunity to directly support our beloved school. One of our key projects is the transformation of our school library into a state-of-the-art learning hub. This innovative space will feature:
Flexible seating arrangements to accommodate various learning styles.
Advanced technology to foster digital literacy and prepare students for the future.
Collaborative learning pods to encourage teamwork and independent study.
This reimagined library will not only be a center for academic growth but also a space for students to connect, reflect, and develop spiritually.
In addition to supporting specific projects, donors can choose to contribute to our unrestricted fund. This fund allows us to allocate resources where they are most needed, ensuring that we can address immediate priorities and unexpected challenges throughout the year.
If you or someone you know would like to make a gift, please click on the link below:
Gifts from the Heart - Sacred Heart School - Mount Holly, NJ (sacred-heart-school.org)
Do you have a family business or work for a local business? If so, this year, Sacred Heart School is looking to partner with local businesses through our Community
Outreach and Sponsorship Packages, we have a variety of ways you and your business can be
part of the SHS community through:
● Diverse print and virtual ad space coverage
● Social media and mobile exposure
● Packages that fit any budget
All proceeds directly benefit the school children by providing the necessary funds to enhance school programs further, improve technology-driven initiatives, and continue to offer a dynamic and robust curriculum that fosters creative thinkers and problem solvers. More details can be found on our website at Community Partners - Sacred Heart School - Mount Holly, NJ (sacred-heart-school.org)
If you have any questions, please contact Yvette Fortin, Marketing Coordinator at Yfortin@sacred-heart-school.org.
***NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR 2025/2026***
General Information - For Families with Children Attending Catholic Schools in The Diocese of Trenton. Tuition assistance is awarded each year to families with children in our Catholic schools in grades K-8. Awards are made based on financial need.
How is the determination made? Information contained in the application along with the supporting materials is used to determine financial need. The formula utilized has been especially designed for families with children attending Catholic school. This calculation is based on a moderate standard of living for the geographic area of the applicant, further ensuring a realistic result. This formula determines the ability of a family to pay for private education. FACTS includes a comprehensive review and verification process ensuring the accuracy of the data.
Award Amount - Families who apply can receive up to one-half of the school’s in-parish tuition
Rate. Click here to learn how to apply.
The Diocesan Genesis Manager has sent, via email, credentials to all users PreK3-8th grade. Everyone is required to change their password upon first login. Existing users can change their password back to one they have been using before. Once you are in, you will be prompted to acknowledge and sign the:
Sacred Heart School 2024-25 Photo Release Form
Sacred Heart School 2024-25 Student/Parent Handbook & Acceptable Use Policy
Accounts are disabled (for security reasons) after 5 unsuccessful login attempts. Once an account is disabled, it cannot be accessed until it is re-enabled. If a parent account is disabled, please call the school office and we will do our best to re-enable you quickly.
If you do not think you received credentials, please check your SPAM before posting a Parent Access Support Request to the main office.
Let's begin by making sure everyone arrives to school safely.
CAR LINE TIPS ON ARRIVAL
Drop-off begins at 7:30am. Please form 2 lanes. The right lane is for grades K-8, the left lane is for our Pre-K students. Families with students in both PreK and K-8 should stay in the right lane.
When arriving you will be greeted by Father John and myself. Please wait your turn in the car lanes. Once in the drop off area, have your child exit the car. K-8 students will be dropped off in front of the main gym doors. Pre-K will circle around and be dropped off in front of the church. Pre-K Parents please make sure to pull up to the Student Drop Off Ends Here sign so other cars can move in behind you. Our staff on duty will assist in making sure your children arrive safely to their classrooms.
Once you have dropped off your child/children please do not cut out of lane instead wait until the car in front of you moves to exit the campus. When exiting please be mindful that cars may turn in front of you to drop off at preschool or to exit the campus.
CAR LINE TIPS FOR PICK-UP
Form 2 lanes. In the interest of safety for your child/children and others:
Children will not be permitted to enter a car until the car is in front of the auditorium. Please remain in your car, have your family name placard visible, and pull all the way up to the "Drop off ends here" sign even if your child is standing in another place. If one of the car lanes is moving, children must wait until the cars stop moving before going to their car. If you must exit your car to buckle seat belts, we ask that you use the lane closest to the auditorium. Please pick up your child as quickly as possible, being mindful of the extremely long line behind you. We are discouraged from blocking Clifton Avenue.
Using state technology funding, SHS has purchased a license to Starfall. The Starfall Education Foundation is a publicly supported nonprofit organization who creates language arts and mathematical experiences whereby children can successfully learn through online exploration. On the Starfall website and in Starfall classrooms, children have fun while learning in an environment of collaboration, wonderment, and play. The program teaches language arts and mathematics through positive reinforcement to ensure children become confident, intrinsically motivated, and successful.
Our Starfall subscription gives our students access to ALL Starfall games in school and at home. Follow the steps below to use Starfall at home: Log in to starfall.com or download the app
for free. Starfall provides educational games with no commercial interruption. You can sign in using the log in codes listed below:
*This program is intended for PK-5th grade. However, Middle school students needing to sharpen their skills practice can feel free to utilize if they choose.
