We believe in the strength, intellect, vitality, spirit, friendship,and faith of women.
We transform the world one girl at a time.
At Sacred Heart Greenwich, Students
Learn to be...
Purposeful
Students strive to act with purpose and personal agency rooted in their own faith in God, values, and beliefs.
Authentic Knowledgeable
Students hope to be true to their principles and values.
Students are intellectually curious, skilled in inquiry, and disciplined decision-makers.
Inquisitive
Analytical
Students are well-rounded and lifelong learners, fueled by an inquisitive and curious spirit. Students use critical thinking skills and compassion to analyze complex world issues.
Creative Discerning
Students recognize God’s constant grace and presence in the world.
Students aim to be attuned to the Spirit dwelling within one’s core as they seek truth and work for justice.
Empathetic Humble
Students endeavor to think beyond personal gains and show empathy, compassion, and respect for others.
Students value truthful self-assessment and recognize its connection to emotional well-being.
Resilient
Students display courage and confidence as they meet challenges and uncertainty.
Network of Sacred Heart Schools
A SACRED HEART EDUCATION DEVELOPS WOMEN OF INTEGRITY
WHOSE ACTIONS ALIGN WITH THEIR VALUES AND BELIEFS.
TRUE TO ST. MADELEINE SOPHIE BARAT’S VISION, SACRED HEART GRADUATES ARE CHARACTERIZED BY THEIR CONFIDENCE, COURAGE, AND COMPASSIONATE SPIRIT.
By graduation, Sacred Heart students have developed the skills and competencies necessary to navigate their future with hope, joy, and purpose. Sacred Heart graduates possess a strong sense of self and are deliberate about their continuous personal growth—intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. They are socially informed and demonstrate a capacity for empathetic thinking. Graduates recognize the importance of silence and contemplation for an active faith in God. They act with personal agency that is rooted in their self-understanding, as loved by God, and in respect for the inherent dignity of all persons.
Sacred Heart graduates join a global community of more than 50,000 alumni from 150 schools around the world.
Heart of a Sacred Heart Greenwich Graduate
The “Heart of a Sacred Heart Greenwich Graduate” defines the distinctive characteristics the School cultivates in our students. This tailored approach prepares our graduates to face the future with integrity, purpose, and a deep connection to the Sacred Heart Greenwich experience.
The “Heart of a Sacred Heart Greenwich Graduate” is integrated into our academic and cocurricular programs, allowing students to see how these values manifest in real-life situations, both inside and outside the classroom.
A DISCERNING SPIRIT THAT IS ROOTED IN
Active Faith IN GOD
AND THAT SUPPORTS SOUND DECISION-MAKING AND ACTION
Honoring their relationship with God, graduates of Sacred Heart Schools engage in spirituality that promotes silence, personal reflection, and discernment. Through the use of these contemplative practices, graduates seek to act intentionally. Trusting their relationship with God and sensing the Spirit dwelling within their very core, graduates strive to be people of integrity.
A SACRED HEART GREENWICH GRADUATE knows that she is loved by God and thus has a sacred love of self. She sees God in her everyday life and is strong in her faith, allowing her to embody the heart of Jesus and Gospel values, and contribute meaningfully to the growth of community. She is confident, with an informed spirituality, poised to find her purpose in the world.
The Holy Spirit, when free, works marvels within us.
:: ST. MADELEINE SOPHIE BARAT
She is:
:: AWARE OF GOD IN HER LIFE
:: RESOLUTE
:: SERVICE-DRIVEN
AN
ABILITY TO ENGAGE IN
Critical Analysis
THAT REFLECTS A
WORLDVIEW AND A CONSCIOUS RECOGNITION OF THE DIGNITY OF ALL PEOPLE
Aware of the global nature of social issues, graduates of Sacred Heart Schools understand the importance of critically examining varying sources that lead to informed, active citizenship. Graduates recognize the dignity of all humans and respond with compassion to all forms of human suffering. They strive to create a more just world that is characterized by inclusion and respect. And because they are able to move past self-interest and practice empathy, graduates are open to different life experiences and diverse perspectives.
A SACRED HEART GREENWICH GRADUATE is a confident learner who is not only well-informed but also has a love for a scholarly life. She is curious, seeking truth and accepting of various perspectives, and embracing the importance of being a lifelong learner, a risk-taker, and a creative problem-solver.
She is:
Sacred Heart Greenwich helped me to enter the world as an open-minded, independent woman. To never be afraid to speak up, to think critically, and to enter a situation with empathy.
:: SCHOLARLY
:: AMBITIOUS
:: PERSISTENT
:: KATHLEEN SPILLANE ’11
A DISCERNING SPIRIT THAT IS UNDERSTANDING OF COMMUNITY AND CARE FOR OTHERS AND IS REFLECTIVE OF THE ATTITUDES OF
CHRIST’S HEART AND A COMMITMENT TO THE Common Good
Graduates of Sacred Heart Schools are aware that their Sacred Heart experiences are a gift. They recognize the need to practice humility, generosity, gratitude, and hope in service of their communities. Grounded in civic responsibility and a strong belief in the common good, they are drawn to communities that foster inclusion and promote a sense of belonging.
A SACRED HEART GREENWICH GRADUATE
sees the dignity in all human beings and uses her voice to advocate for those whose voices are unjustly stifled. She embodies the love of Christ and is selfless in her dedication to be an instrument of peace as a morally responsible global citizen. Empathetic, fearless, and a determined problem-solver, she is well-versed in the social injustices and events of the time, and takes a proactive approach toward the betterment of our world. :: VISIONARY
She is:
Those to whom much is given, much is expected.
:: LUKE 12:48
A DESIRE TO FORM
Authentic Community
BUILT ON MUTUAL RESPECT AND SHARED VALUES
Instinctively relational, graduates of Sacred Heart Schools value their relationship with God, others, and themselves. Having benefited from a nurturing environment that promotes personal growth, they seek relationships marked by mutual respect and trust.
A SACRED HEART GREENWICH GRADUATE
sees community-building as integral to life according to God’s will, cultivating a deep understanding of the responsibility she has to enrich the lives of others. She strives to be a positive force in all areas of her life, utilizing her intellect, faith, and commitment to justice to create and advocate for strong and purposeful communities. Valuing authentic and strong bonds of friendship and sisterhood on a personal and communal level, her moral principles guide her to build and celebrate community.
She is:
:: JOYFUL
:: PRINCIPLED
:: INCLUSIVE
A leader is not necessarily the one who stands ahead of everyone with a blazing torch, but a leader is the one who lights the world by lighting each individual’s candle.
:: AVERY KIM ’24
WELL-BEING AND
Personal Growth
Intellectually curious, graduates of Sacred Heart Schools have the knowledge and skills to operate with integrity and a sense of personal responsibility. Self-aware graduates have a balanced understanding of their strengths, abilities, and limitations. Able to learn from their mistakes, they practice accountability and accept responsibility for their actions. They understand the importance of constructive feedback. They seek opportunities to reflect on personal successes and failures. They are conscious of the formation of their mind, will, and spirit in order to maintain balance in their lives.
A SACRED HEART GREENWICH GRADUATE stretches herself to expand her view of the world, and to be curious, conscientious, and values-oriented as she actively explores and pursues opportunities to grow and share her gifts with the world. She perseveres through adversity and has a hopeful outlook that permeates her desire to broaden her horizons and meaningfully contribute to our world.
She is:
:: SELF-AWARE
Be bold, be fierce, be fair, don’t be afraid to get uncomfortable, and enjoy the process of what’s to come. Go confidently.
:: GRACE ISFORD ’15
