ASH Viewbook

We Believe

Table of Contents: 3| The ASH Difference 5| Early Childhood Program 7| Primary School 9| Lower School 11| Middle School for Girls

Contact: 13| Kensington Hall 15| Upper School 17| Tuition, Affordability & Scholarships

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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 Difference

175 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 Bloomfield 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 Program 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-confidence 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 offered 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 offered 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

Modified block scheduling allows for in-depth learning

Advanced Placement and Honors courses Liturgies & retreats 12 competitive athletic teams offered 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, Affordability 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

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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.

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1250 Kensington Road, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48304 (248) 646-8900 • admissions@ashmi.org • www.ashmi.org