CYO Fall Sports are here! Please note the change in date for Volleyball tryouts. Athletes must be signed up before tryouts. For more information, click here: https://school.shoj.org/article/1692736
“And let them first pray together, that so they may associate in peace.”
-St. Benedict of Nursia, patron saint of school children
Dear parents and families,
We are so excited to start praying together for the intentions of our school community.
As our Lord said…
“Again I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything they ask, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” - Matthew 18:19-20
Please join us in picking up one of the Church’s most powerful tools and praying the rosary together.
We will meet every Wednesday on the little playground at 3:06pm to pray as much of the rosary as possible before dismissal. Everyone is welcome, including children.
If you are unable to join us in person, please consider joining us in spirit by lifting your heart in prayer for the intentions of our school family during the 3 o’clock hour by praying the rosary, a Hail Mary or the Divine Mercy Chaplet.
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Lord, teach me to know you and to know myself.- St. Augustine
Teachers LOVE summer just like their students do. This time of year, a teacher's heart hears the call back to the classroom. It is the deep gratitude to God for allowing us to walk, 180 school days at a time, with young souls who inspire us inside and outside the classroom. These SHOJ Class of 2021 alum are preparing for their senior year of high school (what???). From anchoring the Thunder Broadcast Network to receiving All-Metro athletic accolades, we could not be more proud of our "Forever Cardinals."
CYO Fall Registrations are open! Cross Country, Boys Flag Football, Tackle Football, and Girls Volleyball are all open. You may register at https://cyojwa.org/current-programs
❤️🇺🇸Happy Independence Day from Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic School. 🇺🇸❤️
May God bless you and your family on this day as you celebrate the land of the free and the home of the brave.
“Let us remember the past with gratitude, live the present with enthusiasm, and look forward to the future with confidence.”- Saint John Paul the Great
Some of SHOJ's finest spent time looking at the latest in educational space solutions as they visited Scott Rice furniture this week. Learning is a function of many factors - including environment. Teachers and admin were inspired as they explored what is new in active learning environments.
Can we do a "Throwback Thursday" post if we are only throwing back to LAST Thursday? Rules Shmools... it's SUMMER TIME!!!
“The generosity of a deacon, who gives of himself without seeking the front ranks, has about him the perfume of the Gospel." - Pope Francis
The perfume of the Gospel is strong when one finds themself in the company of Deacon Nicholas. SHOJ Church gathered for a Holy Hour and Rosary last week at the very time that Deacon Nicholas was at the healing water of Lourdes. We treasure the time Deacon spends sharing the fragrance of the Gospel with our church and school.
"It is not the actual physical exertion that counts toward a man’s progress, nor the nature of the task, but the spirit of faith with which it is undertaken.”- St. Francis Xavier
St. Francis Xavier, we couldn't agree more. SHOJ is grateful for the witness of these 3 young men (2 SHOJ alumni and 1 rising SHOJ 8th grader) and their "spirit of faith" as they volunteer this week at Vacation Bible School. Thanks to all the volunteers at VBS this week. Lots of joy radiating from the corner of Johnson Drive and Monticello this week!!
CYO Fall Registrations are open! Cross Country, Boys Flag Football, Tackle Football, and Girls Volleyball are all open. You may register at https://cyojwa.org/current-programs
The priesthood is the love of the heart of Jesus. When you see a priest, think of our Lord Jesus Christ.- St. John Vianney
As we approach Father’s Day, SHOJ School reflects on our “Days With Father.” Fr. Zarse’s routine presence in the halls and classrooms at SHOJ are a beautiful witness to the call he so often shares that he wants put all hearts on a collision course with The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.
We had a joy filled gathering at SHOJ celebrating The Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Middle school students shared the Eucharist and donuts. We can't wait to meet again on the next first Friday to share the love of His Most Sacred Heart.
Sacred Heart of Jesus make our hearts like Yours! Students always celebrate the First Friday during the school year with spirit day and the Litany of the Sacred Heart with our morning prayer, but today we started a new tradition. On this First Friday and the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, we started a new student club honoring Jesus' Sacred Heart. After 8:15 Mass there was a short meeting with donuts and juice, this will continue all summer and when the school year starts after 6:30 Mass. The Magnificat Magazine says, "This Solemnity reveals the merciful love of our Savior, banishing all fear, shame and discouragement from our own hearts. Our Lord promised St. Margaret Mary that 'sinners shall find in my Heart of the source and infinite ocean of mercy."
Last week Mrs. O’Dowd and Mrs. Meidinger took 7th and 8th Graders to Washington D.C. and Gettysburg for the ultimate educational field trip! They saw endless monuments, historical landmarks, spent time in beautiful churches, and many more memories. Mark your calendars for May 2026 for more memories!
6th graders visited the Nelson Atkins Museum and today. They saw part of the ancient art collection featuring pieces from the Egyptian civilization. They also saw sacred and secular art from Europe.
Thank you to Brian Bollinger, Restaurant Partner at Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers (7501 W. 135th St OPKS) and awesome SHOJ school parent! He donated a Raising Cane's meal for an entire homeroom class during our Spring Appeal. Happy 6th graders from Mr. Nguyen's class got to cash in on it thanks to a generous donor.
Thanks, Brian! We are grateful for your support of SHOJ!
Please click on the link to hear Gavin's Rosary meditation and be inspired to draw deeper into the Mass.
https://vimeo.com/941678890
Thank you to Hooray Yard Cards KC West and SHOJ parents Jeanne and Brian Cline for sharing the love with our teachers in such a bold and beautiful way!
Middle School Social Studies teacher Mrs. O'Dowd spent her Friday afternoon baking with these sweet Cardinals. They cashed in their auction prize which was a cookie cake baking session with O'Dowd.
Dinner is served!
When we say "Cardinals Forever," that doesn't just mean our SHOJ graduates. It is our faculty as well. Mrs. Macan, cherished Kindergarten teacher, dropped by SHOJ today.
We could easily spot her in the hallway. Just follow the swarms of children and you'll find her in the center of the hug.
https://vimeo.com/938260384
This Rosary reflection was written by 8th Grader Ryan W. Thank you to Mrs. Jessica Jones, the 8th-grade writing teacher, for creating another project that moves hearts and souls.
