Our Philosophy

We Believe:

• Children should be treated as unique individuals created in the image of God.

• Religious development includes an understanding of the truths of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

• Religious development includes an appreciation of the virtues and moral principles of the Christian way of life.

• Religious development includes an experience of personal and communal prayer and the worship of God.

• Religious development includes a sound knowledge of the history of the Catholic Church.

• Religious development inspires a desire to promote justice and to serve our neighbors.

• Intellectual development is unique and must be encouraged and assisted to reach full potential.

• The basic skills of language, math, science, and social studies are essential.

• A well-rounded education includes an appreciation of the fine arts, the development of communication skills, physical education and personal health.

• The school environment must be a community that promotes the common good.

• Mutual respect among and between students and staff creates a Christ-centered, disciplined, learning environment.

• Students must be encouraged to develop a respect for his fellow man.

The formation of students is meant to develop Christian citizens who interact well with others, who recognize and respect authority, and who are involved in improving and strengthening the wider community.

 

Our goal is to give students, regardless of religious, cultural, or economic background, the necessary skills to become self motivated, productive, well-adjusted people.

 

CURRICULUM

Sacred Heart Catholic School offers each child an educational experience filled with the highest Catholic standards. Recognizing that each child is an individual, created by God, the faculty and staff give our students a special kind of love and support that can only be found in a Catholic school environment.

 

At Sacred Heart Catholic School, each day is guided by our Mission Statement and our Philosophy.  Both remain at the heart of what we do as educators, guardians, and mentors.

 

Sacred Heart Catholic School’s curriculum, newly revised by educators throughout the Diocese of Savannah, meets and exceeds the Quality Core Curriculum set forth by the Georgia Department of Education, National Teaching Standards, and Standardized Testing.

 

In addition, Sacred Heart Catholic School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools as well as the Florida Catholic Conference and is a member of the National Catholic Education Association.

 

The instructional program includes, but is not limited to:

• Skills-based curriculum

• Zoo-Phonics (phonics based reading)

• Touch Math

• D’Nealian-style handwriting

• Conversational Spanish

• Pre-Algebra/Algebra (Middle School)

• Laboratory enhanced Science lessons

• Technology/Media Instruction (Computer Lab/Media Center)

• Art

• Physical Education

• Music Instruction/Vocal

• Daily Religion Instruction, including planning and attending weekly Mass

• Accelerated Reading and Math

The core curriculum is enhanced through the use of technology, field trips, guest lecturers, and independent study projects.

 

Religious Education

The sacramental program at Sacred Heart Catholic School is part of the total parish program and requires parent participation.  Sacrament reception includes First Reconciliation and First Communion in 2nd Grade as well as Confirmation in 8th Grade. 

 

All students will be expected to participate in religious instruction and in school liturgies to the extent permitted by church discipline.

 

Sacred Heart encourages spiritual growth and proper church etiquette through Prayer Partners.  Upper grade students take on the responsibility of assisting younger students and sitting with them during school Masses. The older students model correct behavior, answer religious questions, and develop a faith-based friendship with the younger students.