ASH Viewbook

Mission

As a Catholic, Independent, Sacred Heart school for students of all faiths, Academy of the Sacred Heart educates students to learn, serve, and lead with confidence, self-awareness, and integrity.

Values: Goals & Criteria

Goal One

A Personal And Active Faith In God

Goal Two

A Deep Respect For Intellectual Values

Goal Three

A Social Awareness Which Impels To Action

Goal Four

The Building Of Community As A Christian Value

Goal Five

Personal Growth In An Atmosphere Of Wise Freedom Vision

Academy of the Sacred Heart graduates are collaborative problem solvers and transformative leaders. We accomplish this by fostering a community of learners who are purposeful, authentic, knowledgeable, inquisitive, analytical, creative, discerning, empathetic, humble and resilient.

The ASH Di erence

170+ years of experience

One of 23 Sacred Heart schools nationwide and part of a community of schools in 41 countries.

Inspired by our foundress, St. Madeleine Sophie Barat, who sought to educate the whole person, preparing each child to assume leadership roles.

Centrally located in Bloom eld Hills on beautiful wooded grounds

Co-ed, birth to Grade 4

Single-gender middle schools, Grades 5-8

Upper School for Girls, Grades 9-12

Taught by highly-competent teachers and administrators that

• educate mind and heart

• model respect and forgiveness

• give of themselves without counting the cost

Culturally & religiously diverse

• Student body represents 40+ metro Detroit communities

• A Catholic school for children of all faiths, approximately 25% of students come from a religious background other than Catholicism.

Early Childhood Pro gram

Boys & Girls: Birth – Age 4

The beginning of the Sacred Heart journey for child & family

Develops love of learning at the earliest of ages

Centered around learning & movement

Active curriculum Interaction with older Sacred Heart children

Play-based learning

One adult for every four children birth through age 2

One adult for every eight children ages 3-4

Explore & build self-con dence

Weekly themes

Outdoor and indoor exploration each morning and afternoon

Five Constructs

Attention Memory

Neuromotor function

Language

Social cognition

Primary School

Boys & Girls: Pre-Kindergarten – Grade 1

Developmental approach to learning

Play is child’s work

Child’s curiosity nurtured through the joy of discovery

Individualized instruction in a multi-age setting 11 average class size

Experiential Learning

Immersive French language experience

Performing Arts | Visual Arts

Physical Education

Develop social skills, positive learning habits and independence

Learn at own pace & style

Lower School

Boys & Girls: Grades 2 – 4

Differentiated instruction honors a child’s gifts & limitations

16 average class size

1:1 integration of technology into curriculum

Strong core curriculum of:

Language Arts | Math | Science | Social Studies

Faculty specialists support:

Religion | Visual Arts | Performing Arts

Technology | Physical Education | French

ASHWorks Hands-on Workshop Program

Sacramental preparation

Solemn Eucharist (Grade 2)

First Reconciliation (Grade 4)

Create & perform

Develop critical thinking & personal responsibility

Service projects

Develop leadership skills

Multi-age learning experiences

Middle School for Girls

Girls: Grades 5 – 8

Addresses the academic and developmental needs of middle school girls

15 average class size

1:1 mobile technology program

Provides seamless transition to Upper School

Experiences designed to promote: Intellectual curiosity

Self-confidence

Experiential learning

Personal responsibility

Concern for others

A sense of community

Spiritual growth

Multi-age classrooms provide real-life collaborative experiences

Interest-based experiential electives co-ed, multi-age

Nine sports o ered across three seasons

No-cut athletic program

Annual grade-level travel experiences, social interaction, service and Network student exchange opportunities

Kensington Hall

Boys: Grades 5 – 8

Addresses the academic and developmental needs of middle school boys

11 average class size

1:1

Individualized teacher:student interaction is the norm

1:1 mobile technology program

Explicit instruction in executive functioning, organization and time management

Parent-Teacher partnership

Project-based, experiential and collaborative learning

Focus on presentation skills

Real-world internships and leadership opportunities

Emphasis on spirituality and relationships

Interest-based experiential electives

co-ed, multi-age

Physical education every day

Five sports o ered

No-cut athletic program

Annual travel experiences, social interaction and service opportunities

Upper School

Girls: Grades 9 – 12

Confidence Excellence

Sisterhood

12 average class size

100% of students accepted into a 4-year college program

$134,000 average scholarship offer per graduate over the last five years

Modi ed block scheduling allows for in-depth learning

Advanced Placement and Honors courses

Liturgies & retreats

12 competitive athletic teams o ered across three seasons

No-cut athletic program

85% of students play at least one sport

Visual & performing arts programs

Social activities

College & career guidance

Emphasis on community service

Global Network student exchange opportunities

Join our family

When you are accepted and enroll at The Academy of the Sacred Heart, you are joining more than simply a school. You join our family. Your family becomes part of the greater Sacred Heart family.

Your child grows and develops in communion with others whose families also seek the same educational, social, and faith values as you. Whether your journey begins at your child’s birth – or joins us somewhere else along the way – your time as part of the Sacred Heart experience will be memorable and life-changing.

Tuition, A ordability and Scholarships

As a self-funded, Catholic, independent school, we realize that providing your child with a Sacred Heart education represents a significant investment. We invite you to visit ashmi.org/affording to review the current tuition and fees applicable to your child.

We also ask you to review our Affordability and Scholarship information. Academy of the Sacred Heart is committed to enrolling a diverse student body from varying economic backgrounds and makes substantial efforts to ensure that qualified students are offered the opportunity to attend, regardless of their ability to pay full tuition. Our Tailored Tuition model provides families with a simple process to apply for tuition adjustments. In addition, a number of merit scholarships are available for applicants new to the school.

Finding the right school

Choosing the school that is the right educational environment for your child is one of the most important decisions a parent will ever make. We encourage you to take your time, to visit us and to call us with your questions. We want to make you feel comfortable in understanding the value of a Sacred Heart education.

We invite you to join our rich, unparalleled tradition. We look forward to welcoming you into our family.

To schedule a visit, or learn more about how a Sacred Heart education could benefit your child, contact the Admissions Office. (248) 646-8900

admissions@ashmi.org

www.ashmi.org

Established in 1851, Academy of the Sacred Heart is Michigan’s oldest independent school, offering a Catholic, college-preparatory education to girls (infant-Grade 12) and boys (infant-Grade 8) of many cultures and faiths. It is a member of the Network of Sacred Heart Schools, which includes 25 schools in the United States and Canada, and affiliation with the Society of the Sacred Heart in 41 countries around the world.