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Welcome to

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“I would describe the SHA Sisterhood as loving.

Everyone supports one another, and encourages each other to do their best. When one person succeeds, we all succeed. I have always felt supported by everyone at SHA.” Triniti-Ann Steed, Sophomore – Kentucky Country Day

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future valkyrie THEATRE NIGHT Friday, February 28 th AND PRESENT

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B i n GO Read the “Valkyrie Value”

MATH CLASS

A teacher Met a senior asked me a ?

Saw the gym

Used a Surface

Foreign Language Class

Had a slushie

Freshman seminar class

MET A SOPHOMORE

Answered a? in class

Theology class

Art class

Went to student life center

GOT CANDY FROM THE SHADOW LOUNGE

LOOKED AT A YEARBOOK

Science class

Met a SHA Coach

Ate a SAGE cookie

English class

Got my host’s cell #

Met a junior

SAW THE CHAPEL

History class

During your SHAdow day play BINGO using this card.

Your host is welcome to help you complete the squares.

If you are able to get BINGO in any of the directions, turn the card in before your tour to receive a special gift! HAVE FUN!!

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Lead g with Heart

I love the positive community that defines SHA and all the friends I have made throughout my years here. At SHA, everyone has a place and feels connected. Additionally, the staff at SHA is always supportive of everyone's interests and encourages all of their students' endeavors. In general, the tight-knit, supportive, and accepting community is what separates SHA from all other schools.

Future Valkyries,

My advice to you is to be brave! Going to a school where you may not know anyone can be scary. I have been there.

But be brave, and you'll go far. Whether it's raising your hand when no one else is or chatting with your seat partner before class, you’ll never regret the bonds you make with your classmates. I am so glad I have pushed myself out of my comfort zone by joining clubs, meeting new people, and entering class with a positive mindset.

When I walk down the hall, I feel like I have a family of people I could go to, and that is what makes SHA so special.

Charlotte Ridge, 100 Club President Senior – Sacred Heart Model School

Mary Shea Ballantine, Student Council President Senior – St. Francis of Assisi

SAMPLE SHA Freshman SCHEDULE MONDAY

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Theology

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Freshman Technology Seminar

Music, Art or PE Electives

Freshman Technology Seminar

Music, Art or PE Electives

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Algebra or Advanced Algebra/Geometry

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HEART = Homework, Enrichment, Assistance, Remediation, Testing, Tutoring, Time Management In addition to completing homework, students can meet with teachers for make-up work, tutoring, or other help, schedule tests in the Testing Room, get help with specific academic needs, or collaborate with groups in common spaces.

TEAM = community building days that provide protected time for class meetings and scheduled school programming such as school assemblies, pep rallies, speakers and Mass.

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early dismissal every friday

VALKYRIE VALUE One of our goals throughout your four years at SHA is that you know your VALUE as a Valkyrie, so you’ll hear, see, and feel these statements often:

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YOU ARE A resilient & stron LEADER. YOU WILL CHANGE the worl AROUND ou.

Ursuline Core Values – lived and loved at Sacred Heart Reverence

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“I absolutely love the community that SHA has. It is hard to put into words how much SHA means to me. This place is like no other. SHA has given me more opportunities than I could think of, and I know that there truly is a place for everyone here. There are so many clubs and sports to become a part of. This place has become

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how do valkries describe the sha sisterhood?

“The SHA Sisterhood is a large community of welcoming and loving girls.” Chloe Cook, Senior – Louisville Collegiate School “The SHA Sisterhood is a supportive community that is always there to lift you up.” Avery Brown, Sophomore –

St. Patrick

“The SHA Sisterhood is uplifting, inspiring and supportive.”

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“The SHA Sisterhood is irreplaceable.

SHA is where I have met my best friends and there is nowhere else where you would get the bonds and friendships you get at SHA.” Caroline Wilcox, Senior –

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“The SHA Sisterhood is a home away from home. It is a place where you can be yourself and have the opportunity to experience new things.”

Emma Coyle, Senior – North Oldham Middle School

“The SHA Sisterhood is one big family. We all help each other when we need it and support each other in so many ways.” Gracie Graeter, Sophomore

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“The SHA Sisterhood is a forever family, they are always there when you need someone”

Julianne Woodham, Sophomore – Our Lady of Lourdes

finite possibilities Choose your path at SHA!

Theology Theology I-IV Language and Literature English I-IV IB English I-II A P Language and Composition AP English Literature Creative Writing Film Study and Analysis Language Acquisition Chinese I-II Advanced Chinese II-III IB Mandarin I-II French I-III IB French I-II Spanish I-IV IB Spanish I-II Individuals and Societies World History U.S. History U.S. Government IB History I: World History I B History II: History of the Americas AP US History AP World History IB Global Politics A .P. U.S. Government and Politics Psychology

IB Psychology IB Economics Dual Credit Art History Current World Affairs Women’s Studies Science

Performing Arts Intro to Musical Theatre Music Theory for the Stage Introduction to Acting Introduction to Dance Advanced Dance Technical Theatre Advanced Piano

Chemistry

Guitar

Physics

Piano

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A Cappella Choir

IB Biology I-II

Madrigals Choir

IB Physics I-II

Private Music Lessons

AP Environmental Science

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IB Dance I-II

Nutritional Science Mathematics

AP Precalculus AP Calculus AB IB Mathematics HL I-II IB Mathematics SL I-II

Yearbook I-II A P Computer Science Principles IB Computer Science I-II Information Technology Internship

Ceramics I-III

Painting

Geometry/Algebra II

Broadcasting I-II

Art I-IV

A ccelerated Algebra II/ Geometry

Visual Communication Design

Personal Finance

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Marketing

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Algebra I/Geometry

Freshman Design Seminar

E ntrepreneurship and Business Applications

Biology

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Design: Business, Communication, and Technology

Mixed Media Design Film Photography Digital Photography IB Visual Art I-II

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Writing Lab Theory of Knowledge J ean Frazier Leadership Institute Program and Extended Internship

Child Development Team Sports Yoga & Barre Intro to Dance Advanced Dance

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ATHLETICS Ranked 2023-2024 TOP Athletic Program in KY by MaxPreps

Most State Championship Wins of any Girls’ School in KY 65% of Valkyries are student-athletes, 1/3 are multi-sport athletes 16 Sports, plus intramural and club sports

performing arts TWO MUSICAL THEATRE PRODUCTIONS THREE CHOIRS

RECEIVED TOP RANKINGS AT THE NATIONAL PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL AND THE KY MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION’S CHORAL ASSESSMENT HAS TRAVELED TO IRELAND AND ITALY THE LAST TWO YEARS NEW URSULINE PERFORMING ARTS COLLECTIVE FOR ASPIRING VOCAL AND MUSICAL THEATRE STUDENTS

Visual Arts Full-scale visual arts department

Celebrated 25 Scholastic Art Awards in 2023-24

16 students accepted to the Governor’s School for the Arts 8

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Jean Frazier Leadership Institute SHA provides four years of formal leadership development for every student through the Jean Frazier Leadership Institute – the only one of its kind in Louisville.

“JFLI has helped me become a leader and have more confidence in myself.”

Gia Piagentini, Sophomore – St. Patrick

“I have learned that leadership isn’t just the loudest one in the room, everyone is a leader in their own way and contributes just as much. JFLI helped me realize this because they incorporate leadership into every class we are in.”

Ellie Meyers, Sophomore – St. Aloysius

STUDENT SUPPORT

SHA provides academic and emotional support for all students through a variety of resources, including Counselors, College Counselors, Accessible Education Directors, Math and Reading Interventionists, and a Student Support Specialist. All of these people are here to help you succeed.

The Horton Accessible Education Center and HEART Hall, an after-school study period, are just two of the many ways students receive academic tutoring and support.

“My favorite thing about SHA is the community. All of the teachers, staff, and students are extremely kind and supportive.

At Sacred Heart you are not just another number and everyone wants to see you succeed and become the best version of yourself.”

Ava Pahl, Senior – St. Patrick

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SHA’s Campus Ministry is involved with planning our all-school Masses and prayer services, leading Bible study, gathering for prayer and discussion, and much more. faith + foo + fellowship The newest ministry opportunity is the Morning Glory Communion Service, which is held every Friday morning before school, followed by breakfast and discussion.

Valkyries go on retreats every year, enjoying peaceful opportunities to grow closer in their relationships with God and their classmates.

Service is a core value and engrained in all we do! All Valkyries serve their communities through designated service hours, service-oriented clubs, fundraisers at school and more. Service is a core value and engrained in all we do!

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Every aspect of the SHA Experience takes place on our 48-acre campus.

Heine Brothers at SHA Coffee Shop open daily!

SHAbroad

SHA students and faculty travel nationwide with their athletic teams, art classes, choirs, internships, and more. Additionally, SHA provides international travel opportunities during school breaks and summer.

The new Katy Brown ’83 Endowed Global Hearts Travel Program will offer these life-changing trips to Sacred Heart’s students who may not have had access to these trips in the past due to cost. SHA has four overseas trips planned for this year:

New for 2024-25

Flag Football added as 16th sport – SHA joined the Jefferson County Interscholastic Flag Football League

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service trip with Hand in Hand Ministries, Winter Break

ICELAND Glaciers and Geysers, Spring Break

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Spanish immersion and adventure, Summer

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TEAM and HEART periods daily for independent study, meeting with teachers, assemblies and more.

Athens and the Aegean, Summer

Our interactive Anatomage Table in the Science Lab features various life-size real human bodies in digital formats, providing an accurate 3D representation and simulation of real anatomy, physiology, and pathology.

One Valkyrie Day each month for independent study at home Future career identification and development through the Jean Frazier Leadership Institute, Alumnae Office, and College Counseling

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Continued furniture updates throughout the building providing cozy collaboration and study spaces

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The SHA Sisterhood and the community built among Valkyries is truly special. In addition to all the bonds you’ll make in the classroom, you’ll love being a part of the heart.

Some of the most fun times of your high school years will be spent at SHA dances and pep rallies, in the Valkyrie Nation student section, and singing Dear Sacred Heart as you lock arms with your friends.

“My favorite thing about SHA is the many connections I have been able to make. Through sports, clubs and other activities, I have made lifelong friends.”

Grace Ward, Senior – Anchorage Public School

You’ll go on field trips and retreats – each time getting closer to your classmates, and you’ll serve your community alongside your fellow Valkyries.

Being part of the heart is EVERYTHING.

“The SHA Sisterhood is amazing.

Everyone at SHA truly cares for each other and wants the best for everyone. We stick together as a family and support each other.

The friends you find at SHA will be the people you are friends with forever.”

Sofia Legowski, Sophomore – St. Mary of the Sea 2024-2025

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so many ways to get

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A meet new people.

“I love the community and the opportunities we, as students, have to get involved. There’s something for everyone – whether it’s sports, theatre/art, or clubs. The school encourages everyone to get involved in something that makes you passionate and excited. It’s awesome to see the talent this school has!” Grace Smith, Junior – South Oldham High School

notes CLASSES I SAW TODAY

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