Shaping the leaders of our future often requires education to happen both inside and outside of the classroom.
Sacred Heart is the oldest Independent school in Chicago, leading in this style since 1876. Although rooted in Catholicism, the school stands out amongst other religious institutions in the area by welcoming students of all faiths from Pre-K to 8th grade, and offering a modern curriculum founded on the belief that education should expand both the mind and the heart.
Students thrive thanks to small class sizes and a roster of exceptional educators, with a vast majority of graduates gaining admission to the top-rated high schools in the state. But Sacred Heart’s mission doesn’t end with academic excellence. For 200 years the school has been committed to fostering a loving, inclusive community of spirituality and service.
As Ann Chiumino, Sacred Heart Admissions Director, described it: “The special traditions and service opportunities enrich the students’ lives far beyond the classroom. Students are not only strong academically, but they are kind people who see themselves as part of a larger world”.
Sacred Heart’s community-building traditions and programs are loved by students and families alike. Whether it’s a fun, game-filled day or a food drive for those in need, “Sacred Heart has a skillful way of balancing each day, giving students traditions to look forward to. These traditions make each year exciting and unique” commented Stephanie Nash Hart, a parent at the school, in a recent Heart to Heart conversation.
Here are a few of the school’s most popular activities:
Want to learn more about Sacred Heart’s unique traditions and service work offerings? Schedule a tour of the Sacred Heart Schools.