Sacred Heart Academy School Profile 2022-2023

2022-2023 Academic Profile Founded in 1877, Sacred Heart Academy is a Catholic, college preparatory, all-girls high school sponsored by the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville.

Sacred Heart provides an International Baccalaureate global curriculum, college-level courses including IB, AP, and Dual-Credit, a unique formalized leadership program, service and retreat opportunities, faith formation, academic and social-emotional support, nationally ranked athletics, full-scale visual and performing arts programs, and much more.

SHA is part of Sacred Heart Schools, a Catholic community rooted in the Ursuline tradition, dedicated to inspiring diverse learners to become globally minded, compassionate leaders. loved and lived core values - Community, Leadership, Reverence, 4 and Service 746 total students 73 faculty members; 85% with graduate or postgraduate degrees 10:1 Student-to-teacher ratio 17 Average class size 1:1 Device Program $1.5 Million in Tuition Assistance awarded 4 academic levels -year academic concentrations in computer science, visual arts, 4 and vocal music 15 sports, 3 no-cut teams 103 State Championships 65+ Clubs and Organizations 48-acre Ursuline Campus 100% Graduation Rate

WHO IS A

Sacred Heart Academy GRADUATE?

A GLOBALLY MINDED, COMPASSIONATE LEADER. Sacred Heart Academy graduates possess the traits and characteristics of a 21st century leader.

Valkyries act with integrity and honesty and a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity of all people. They are open-minded, seeking and evaluating a range of points of view and willing to grow from their experiences. Valkyries understand the importance of balancing the intellectual, physical, spiritual, and emotional aspects of their lives to promote well-being and recognize their interdependence with others. Sacred Heart graduates are caring young women who show empathy, compassion, and respect for all people.

A CREATIVE, CRITICAL, AND REFLECTIVE THINKER. Valkyries develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines and engaging with issues and ideas that have local and global significance.

They nurture curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research and can learn both independently and with others. They are enthusiastic, lifelong learners. Valkyries use critical and creative thinking skills to analyze and take responsible action on complex problems and in making reasoned, ethical decisions. They thoughtfully consider their own ideas, experiences, strengths and weaknesses to support their own learning and personal development.

WHO WILL

your daughter BECOME?

A STRONG, CONFIDENT, AND EMPOWERED YOUNG WOMAN. Valkyries are resilient. They are strong women of great faith. Spending their formative years in an empowering, all-girls environment, they express themselves confidently and creatively in many ways, and in more than one language. They work independently or collaborate effectively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. Valkyries approach uncertainty with forethought and determination and are resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change.

A SERVANT LEADER, DEVELOPED THROUGH THE FOUNDING VISION AND CORE VALUES OF THE URSULINE SISTERS OF LOUISVILLE. As strong women of great faith, Valkyries place great value in meaningful service to others.

With a daily focus on the core values of community, leadership, reverence and service and an understanding of the Charism of Saint Angela Merici, which is a contemplative love of God and a resulting openness and eagerness to serve the needs of others, they have a strong commitment to service and act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around them. Whether raised in the Catholic faith or not, young women graduate from Sacred Heart Academy as moral and compassionate servant leaders.

IN A CLASS OF OUR OWN olistic approach to education through the H International Baccalaureate Programme lternating two-day block schedule with four A 75-minute periods + daily 45-minute TEAM period for assemblies, group study, teacher meetings, and study hall ormal leadership institute with authentic F programming and experience for all students earning Differences program with designated L space in the Horton Family Accessible Education Center istinctive mix of IB, AP, and Dual-Credit D college-level courses not found anywhere in Louisville nique student-centered spaces like the U Student Life Center, Ambassador Lounge, and Outdoor Lunch Area amidst a beautiful 48-acre campus 500-seat Ursuline Arts Center lue Ribbon School of Excellence and B Accredited by Cognia

IB Courses IB English Literature HL IB Spanish SL or HL IB French SL or HL IB Mandarin ab Initio SL IB Global Politics SL IB History SL IB Psychology SL IB Biology HL IB Chemistry SL IB Physics SL IB Computer Science SL IB Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches HL (Calculus-Emphasis with Advanced Statistical Concepts) IB Mathematics: Applications & Interpretation HL or SL (Advanced Statistics Emphasis with Calculus Key Concepts) IB Visual Art HL IB Music SL IB Theory of Knowledge AP Courses AP English Literature AP Language & Composition AP Spanish Language & Culture AP Human Geography AP U.S. Government AP Environmental Science AP Computer Science Principles AP Computer Science A AP Calculus Dual Credit Courses (U of L) PreCalculus Art History

Planned Future Courses: IB Sports, Exercise and Health Science SL IB Economics SL IB Business Management SL AP Statistics

ACADEMIC CHOICES AT SHA Theology Theology I, II, III, IV Language & Literature English I, II, III, IV IB English HL I, II AP Language & Composition AP English Literature Creative Writing Film Study and Analysis Language Acquisition Chinese I, II Advanced Chinese II, III French I, II Advanced French III Spanish I, II, III, IV Advanced Spanish II, III IB Mandarin ab Initio SL I, II IB French HL I, II IB French SL I, II IB Spanish HL I, II IB Spanish SL I, II Individuals and Societies World History U.S. History U.S. Government AP Human Geography IB History HL I: World History IB History HL II: History of the Americas IB Global Politics SL AP U.S. Government & Politics IB Psychology SL Economics Art History Current World Affairs History of World Religions Human Cultures and Globalization Psychology Women’s Studies Social Movements in US History

Sciences Biology Chemistry Honors Chemistry Physics Honors Physics IB Chemistry SL IB Biology HL I, II IB Physics SL AP Environmental Science Human Anatomy and Physiology Sports, Exercise, and Health Science Engineering Forensic Science Marine Science Nutritional Science Mathematics MYP Algebra MYP Algebra Intensive Accelerated Algebra II/Geometry MYP Geometry Accelerated Geometry/Trigonometry Precalculus Honors Precalculus Algebra II Honors Calculus Statistics and Probability College Algebra IB Mathematics HL I Dual Credit Precalculus IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches HL II IB Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation HL II IB Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation SL I AP Calculus AB Performing Arts Intro to Musical Theater Music Theory for the Stage Musical Theatre I Introduction to Acting Introduction to Dance Piano A Cappella Choir Madrigals Private Music Lessons IB Music SL

Visual Arts Survey of Visual Arts Art I, II, III, IV Ceramics I, II, III Jewelry and Accessory Design Photography I, II IB Visual Art HL I, II Design | Business, Communication, & Technology MYP Design Computer Science I, II AP Computer Science Principles AP Computer Science IB Computer Science SL Cybersecurity Digital Design and Multimedia Visual Communications Design Entrepreneurship and Business Applications Marketing Personal Finance Broadcasting Yearbook Physical & Health Education Health Physical Education Fitness for Life Child Development Interpersonal Relationships Interdisciplinary Success and Study Skills Freshman Seminar SHA Research Seminar IB Writing Lab Theory of Knowledge Jean Frazier Leadership Institute Internship Program & Extended Internship

[HL = Honors Level IB course] [SL = Standard Level IB course]

CLASS OF 2022 STUNNING SUCCESS

203 graduates

716

99%

24.2 ACT Composite,

National Merit Finalists

1

National Merit Commended Student

87%

of the class

Over $35 Million in total Scholarships

attended college

4

Academic Scholarships, representing

27

Athletic Scholarships

31 ACT composite among IB Diploma candidates

4

Governor’s School for the Arts Participants

Over

11

41

Governor’s Scholars Participants

3

Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs Participants

8

28,000 service hours earned

students honored with the Angeline Service Award (earned Service Honor Roll each year)

Scholastic Art Silver Key and

9

Honorable Mention awards

CLASS OF 2022

COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES THAT HAVE ACCEPTED SACRED HEART ACADEMY STUDENTS American University

Indiana Institute of Technology

Appalachian State University Arizona State University

University of Louisville

Indiana University Bloomington

Sewanee: The University of the South

Ithaca College

Sierra College

Auburn University

Jacksonville University

Southern Methodist University

University of Maryland, College Park

Ball State University

James Madison University

Spalding University

Bellarmine University

Stevens Institute of Technology

Belmont University

Jefferson Community and Technical College

Benedictine College

John Carroll University

Syracuse University

Berklee College of Music

Kent State University

Temple University

Bluegrass Community and Technical College

Kenyon College

Texas Christian University

Lake Forest College

Texas Wesleyan University

Boston College

London Metropolitan University

The College of William & Mary

Boston University

Louisiana State University

The College of Wooster

Brescia University

Loyola University Chicago

The New School

Butler University

Marquette University

The Ohio State University

Catholic University of America

Marymount Manhattan College

The University of Alabama

Central Michigan University

Miami University

The University of Findlay

Centre College

Michigan State University

The University of Tampa

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Chapman University

Montana State University

Chatham University

Morehead State University

The University of Tennessee at Martin

University Of North Carolina Wilmington

Clemson University

Mount Saint Joseph University

University of North Texas

Coastal Carolina University

Murray State University

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

College of Charleston

New York University

University of Oklahoma

Colorado College

North Carolina State University

The University of Texas at Arlington

Columbia College

Northeastern University

The University of Texas at San Antonio

Converse College

Northern Kentucky University

Towson University

University of Salford

Denison University

Northwestern University

Transylvania University

University of South Carolina

DePaul University

Tulane University

DePauw University

Oberlin College and Conservatory

University of South Carolina Aiken

Drexel University

Ohio University

Duke University

Oklahoma City University

University of Alabama at Birmingham

East Carolina University

Pace University

University of Arizona

Eastern Kentucky University

Palm Beach Atlantic University

University of Brighton

Elmhurst University

Pennsylvania State University

University of California, Berkley

Elon University

Pepperdine University

University of California, Irvine

Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

Portland State University Purdue University

University of California, Los Angeles

Emerson College

Richard Bland College of William and Mary

University of California, San Diego

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Rochester Institute of Technology

University of Chicago

Wake Forest University

University of Cincinnati

Washington and Lee University

Rollins College

University of Colorado Boulder

Saint Louis University

University of Dallas

Washington University in St. Louis

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College

University of Dayton

Florida Atlantic University Florida Gulf Coast University Florida International University Florida Southern College Florida State University Fordham University Furman University George Washington University Georgia Institute of Technology Hanover College Hawaii Pacific University Hope College Hussian College in Studio Illinois Institute of Technology

Samford University Santa Clara University Sarah Lawrence College Savannah College of Art and Design School of the Art Institute of Chicago

Stonehill College

Tusculum University

University of Delaware University of Denver University of Florida University of Georgia University of Hawai’i at Manoa University of Illinois UrbanaChampaign University of Kentucky

University of Maine at Augusta

University of Massachusetts Amherst University of Massachusetts Boston University of Miami University of Michigan University of Michigan-Dearborn University of Minnesota Twin Cities University of Mississippi University of Missouri University of Missouri-St. Louis University of New Mexico

University of Notre Dame University of Pittsburgh University of Richmond

University of South Florida University of Tennessee at Chattanooga University of Virginia University of Westminster University of Wisconsin-Madison Vanderbilt University Villanova University

Western Kentucky University Western Michigan University Wofford College Wright State University Xavier University

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