The STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES FOR CLASSES 1-8 and the PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES FOR PRIMARY CLASSES will take place Monday, Feb. 25. PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES FOR PRE-PRIMARY CLASSES will take place on both Friday, Feb. 22 and Monday, Feb. 25. Online registration for all conferences will begin Monday, Feb. 4 at 8:30 a.m. and will continue through Friday, Feb. 15 at 3:30 p.m.

Click here to access the registration website.

Not busy on Super Bowl Sunday? Join Academy moms for the next meeting of Sacred Space, a prayer group that meets on alternating Sunday evenings in the Shrine. This week’s topic: “Learning Their Unique Love Language?” We will be discussing different ways to love your kids, friends, husband and yourself! Prayer and discussion will be led by the Sacred Space Committee. Content for discussion based on Gary Chapman’s book, 5 Love Languages, and Angela Thomas’ book, 52 Things Kids Need From a Mom.

If your child is interested in joining an Academy golf club, click here for more information and to register. If you have questions, please contact Tricia Clarkson.

The Shrine Gift Shop is pleased to offer a new coloring book entitled “Rose Philippine Duchesne: Pioneer Saint.” This 28-page book, illustrated by Susan O’Callaghan Lorenz and written by Susan Howard Scarpinato, is available for $7.50. For further information, please call the Shrine at 636-946-6127, ext. 1801.

Two of our Eighth Class students were winners in the City of St. Charles’ first annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. “I Have  Dream” Art Contest. Placing first in the 6th-8th grade category was Michael S. for his entry, “The Mountains in Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dream.”  Winning third prize in the same category was Gus F. for “I Have a Dream.” Winners were recognized at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. service Jan. 21 at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Beginning next week, all of the nearly 30 entries will be displayed for viewing on the first floor of the St. Charles City Hall Rotunda. Congratulations, Michael and Gus!

Join Academy moms on Sunday, Jan. 20 for the next meeting of Sacred Space, a prayer group that meets on alternating Sunday evenings in the Shrine. This week’s topic: “Clutter: How to manage it all.” Prayer and discussion will be led by the Sacred Space Committee.

Join Academy moms on Sunday, Jan. 6 for the next meeting of Sacred Space, a prayer group that meets every other Sunday evening in the Shrine. This week’s topic:  How to Restart a Relationship with God, presented by Kathy McGrath, RSCJ.

The Academy of the Sacred Heart invites applications for a Middle School Spanish teacher effective immediately. Ideal candidates should have an excellent background in speaking and writing in Spanish and must have experience as a successful teacher. Employees of the Academy are required to be collaborative members of a highly professional learning community.

Mission Statement
Rooted in the spirituality of the Society of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (RSCJ) and in the evolving tradition of the Roman Catholic Church, the Academy continues to embrace an educational approach that values the integration of the physical, cognitive, emotional, and spiritual dimensions of our students. From this perspective, we educate and inspire the heart and mind of each child to become a courageous and confident leader who knows and loves God and who reveals that love by serving others.

Mission Expectation
Once hired, teachers are expected to familiarize themselves with and live the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education.

Other Professional Expectations

• Demonstrate a sincere passion for working with Middle School students
• Possess the ability to inspire students to learn the culture of the Hispanic community
• Instruct and motivate students to learn to speak and write in Spanish
• Prepare students to enter advanced high school placement in the study of Spanish
• Utilize and integrate technology to enhance teaching and learning
• Monitor and document student progress
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and parents
• Possess effective classroom management skills
• Commit to ongoing professional development and growth

Application Process
Please send a letter stating personal interest in this faculty position and a resume to resume@ash1818.org. 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Academy moms, plan now to attend a very special night of Sacred Space, “How to Wait Amid the Holiday Busy-ness,” on Sunday, Dec. 2 from 7–8:30 p.m. Click here to read more. Bring up to three friends and serve as their “hostess.” RSVP required by Friday, Nov. 30.

There are two options for a required meeting for all Academy basketball coaches. The first is Sunday, Dec. 2, in the White Center Cafeteria at 2 p.m. The second is Wednesday, Dec. 5 in Cribbin Hall at 6:30 p.m. This important meeting will provide new League information, regulations, rosters and registrations.  In addition, there is a class required for all head coaches. It is called “Coaching To Make A Positive Difference.” There’s one scheduled for Monday, Dec. 3 at 6:30 p.m. in Assumption in “Hall C” (large meeting room directly below the main church), 403 N. Main Street, O’Fallon. Pre-registration is not required.

Looking for a moment of peace before all the “thanksgiving” begins? Join Academy moms on Sunday, Nov. 18, from 7–8:30 p.m. for the next meeting of Sacred Space, a prayer group that meets every other Sunday evening in the Shrine.  For further information, see the Nov. 18 Sacred Space flyer.