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Founder’s Day

September 14, 2017

Today we celebrate Founder’s Day–the day on which St. Philippine Duchesne opened the doors of her Sacred Heart school on the American frontier 199 years ago! This morning, with a prayer service in the Shrine and a mini-tour of the historic part of our building, we officially enter into our 200th year of love and learning. Next up: Spirit Day activities and gouter. 

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Book Talk and Signing at Maryville University

September 7, 2017

“Two Hundred Years: A Legacy of Love and Learning” is the newly published history of the Academy written by Jane Cannon in honor of the school’s bicentennial. The book was unveiled at a book talk and signing at Maryville University August 29, 2017. Photos by Dan Donovan Photography…


199 Years Ago

September 7, 2017

On this day, 199 years ago, Philippine Duchesne and her RSCJ companions arrived from St. Louis to the banks of the Missouri River where they ferried across to St. Charles. Mark your calendars now for the reenactment of this historic arrival on Sept. 7, 2018! #ASH200


Installation of Dr. Susan Dempf as Head of School

September 1, 2017

At the conclusion of today’s Mass of the Holy Spirit, the traditional start of the school year for Sacred Heart Schools around the world, Dr. Susan Dempf was formally installed as our new Head of School. Board of Trustees Chair Bill Dulle introduced Sheila Hammond, RSCJ, Provincial of the Sacred Heart Province in the U.S. and Canada, who commissioned Dr. Dempf to the ministry of Head of School. Sister Hammond prayed: “May St. Madeleine Sophie and St. Rose Philippine Duchesne support and sustain you. And may the spirit running through all of the RSCJ leaders who have come before you in this place, inspire you and guide you. May their spirits give you courage and confidence in the days ahead.”


Little Acorns

August 25, 2017

Little Acorns, our new program for 3-year-olds, got underway on Tuesday. The children had lots of fun playing with new friends and learning new routines in the classroom. They read Mouse’s First Day, made a first day crown, drew a first day picture and made a mouse. Each day our teacher-guided centers will focus around one book and different activities will be based off the book.

During this initial year, the Little Acorns program is for siblings of current Academy families, and Ms. Sam Weiss is the teacher. We are delighted to have these family members with us on campus!


Total Eclipse at the Heart

August 22, 2017

What a thrilling way to mark a new school year, with a near total solar eclipse! At the Academy, Middle School students observed the phenomenon first-hand, while Lower School students remained indoors and watched a live-stream recording.


Academy Featured on Historical Society House Tour

August 18, 2017

The Academy will be one of the places featured on a Sept. 9 House Tour sponsored by the St. Charles County Historical Society. The Academy will be open from 1-3 p.m., but the tour, which begins at Benton School (400 N. 6th Street), lasts from 12-4 p.m. View a slide show of this year’s house tour. For further information or to register, click here.


Back to School

August 16, 2017

The new school year is underway! On their first day, First through Eighth Class students were welcomed by Dr. Dempf and Mrs. Renken in the Shrine.


Ready for the New School Year

August 15, 2017

We look forward to a year of love, learning and growth getting underway on August 16, when Classes 1-8 begin. Yesterday evening, students and their families arrived to meet new teachers, unpack school supplies and share their excitement with friends. It’s bound to be a special year: 2017-2018 marks the 200th year of Sacred Heart education in America!

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