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8th graders last academic day. They chose the livestream over recess. Wow!

For years, a desk detective has visited Ms. Gardner’s 1st Grade Classroom late at night when the children were home sleeping. Some students were rewarded for tidiness. Some students… were not rewarded. Come celebrate the amazing Ms. Gardner who has made the K-1 classroom a home for students and families for 19 years and unlock the mysterious identity of the desk detective. Join us on May 15th. We will be done with business and be in full celebration mode by 7 PM.

Mrs. Pam Staab started teaching in the age of chalkboards and typewriters. Thirty-three years later, here's what's trending: we can't believe she's retiring. Her commitment to Sacred Heart, her commitment to the students and families, and her commitment to her peers is such a rare gift. Consider stopping by Sacred Heart School on May 15. We'll be done with business and be in full celebration mode by 7PM.

May 15 we will celebrate these Sacred Heart legends who will be leaving us this year. We do not know how to say goodbye to these beautiful souls who have called Sacred heart home for a combined (almost) 100 years. Their love for our community has created the foundation of a culture that makes Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic School a place to call home. Thank you for taking time to come celebrate and give thanks for the blessings God has bestowed through the love of these witnesses.

2025 Quo Vadis is in the books. A night of inspiration and community with hearts drawn together on mission according to His plan. WOW. What a way to kick off the week! Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to this squad. I am in awe of them-each one a witness. Pouring out love and appreciation during this week that celebrates the vocation of teaching and nursing.

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Just this past February, a few "normal"people witnessed Jesus do some supernatural things on a mission trip to the country of Belize. Sacred Heart Parish is hosting Encounter KC Saturday, April 26th @ 7PM. Come hear stories from our own Mr. Whalen and his wife Jennifer along with Father Pablo Martinez and the Encounter KC team. Be inspired and receive the fire of the Holy Spirit into your lives. Come Holy Spirit!

Yesterday selected students got to perform with other amazing musicians in our area at the District 5/6 Honor Band Festival held at Mill Valley High School. The students got to rehearse and perform with other outstanding musicians from all around the area in a 100 piece ensemble that showcased their hard work and talent. 6th Grade Anna B - Flute Aydin K - Clarinet Isaac A - Clarinet Nate W - Trumpet Lorelei G - Baritone Cohen F - Trombone 5th Grade Conner K - Trombone Henry P - Trombone Mason H - Trombone Josie T - Flute Sofie S - Clarinet Hardin G- Trumpet Psalm 150 Praise God in his holy sanctuary; a give praise in the mighty dome of heaven. Give praise for his mighty deeds, praise him for his great majesty. Give praise with blasts upon the horn, praise him with harp and lyre. Give praise with tambourines and dance praise him with strings and pipes, Give praise with crashing cymbals, praise him with sounding cymbals. Let everything that has breath give praise to the LORD!e Hallelujah!

Beth Menghini's Bucket List contained the following item that she was able to check off last Friday. ✔️Working in the lunchroom one more time before your 8th grader graduates. After 21 years, Beth Menghini (pictured here with Mrs. Boone) is one month away from graduating her 5th and final Cardinal. Her beautiful smile portrays a joy that can only be found when you invest your heart and soul into the service of others. The world has changed, but her servant's heart has only drawn deeper into Christ's mission to serve God through serving others. We look forward to celebrating Beth and all of our volunteers at All School Mass on April 23rd. No RSVP necessary.

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The backdrop of my heart's favorite memories. Outside of the home my husband and I have lived in for 26 years, the corner of Monticello and Johnson Drive has been the backdrop of my heart and soul's best memories. When I was 48 years old, I went back to school to become a teacher. I did not want to be a teacher as much as I wanted to teach at Sacred Heart. It was the place of my children's sacraments and the school of my soul. This morning as we held our traditional 6 minute Friday morning dance party, I got to do ALL the things. As I danced with a Cardinal and your children, the Holy Spirit whispered, "You're welcome." I think he wanted me to say "Thank you." I have 2 adult Cardinals and a high school sophomore Cardinal. Now I work with the people who helped form my Cardinals in their faith, who will pray for my current concerns, and help me on my journey to heaven. Along with my coworkers, I get to love on these children as if they were mine and relive some of the greatest memories I have ever known. God is SO good. Through the Sacred Heart of Jesus I have been so blessed. THANK YOU! Love, Mrs. Hess

This beautiful face returned to SHOJ today after maternity leave. Welcome back, Mrs. Lyons! We are grateful to Mrs. Zillner and Mrs. Kennedy for loving on 3L in her absence.

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! Tuesday, April 8th, Saint James Academy invited these Scholarship Recipients to a reception to celebrate their achievements. Among the faith, perseverance, and academic based scholarships, our students received the greatest number of scholarships based on their performance on the High School Placement Test in the entire Archdiocese. Our hearts are not ready to let them go, but we know that, thanks be to God, they are ready for the next step.

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Several 8th Graders participated in the Sgt. Moses Adams Memorial contest sponsored by the Sons of the American Revolution. Three of our 8th graders placed 1st, 2nd, 3rd Place in the local Shawnee Chapter! Allie N.'s brochure then competed against all other SAR Chapters in Kansas, and WON! Allie’s brochure will compete at the SAR National Convention this summer!! Good Luck Allie!

Mrs. Pendergast, 5th grade teacher, shares her appreciation for EMBRACE and the ongoing harvest of blessings that has come through the EMBRACE program. _________________________________ I was a member of the first cohort awarded the Embrace Scholarship. Our cohort is special in that we were able to help direct and guide the Embrace Foundation to see the needs of teachers in our schools and further develop the program for future scholarship recipients. Our cohort paved the path for recipients to not only receive a Certification, but a Masters in Special Education. Embrace has given me relationships with other amazing teachers and administrators within our Archdiocese to collaborate with, expanding my reach of resources to further support students in my classroom. I feel more confident advocating for students and differentiating instruction in my classroom to fit the needs of all my students. We are beyond blessed to have the Embrace Foundation to support educators in our Archdiocese.

As we anticipate celebrating an EMBRACE FREE DRESS DAY on Friday, we are humbled by the good EMBRACE is doing for Sacred Heart. Mrs. Caton, 4th grade teacher, anticipates the blessings of her EMBRACE scholarship: Mrs. Caton's message of gratitude for EMBRACE: I’m deeply grateful to receive a scholarship through EMBRACE. Their unwavering support for educators allows us to grow professionally and continue providing an outstanding Catholic education. EMBRACE’s dedication to both teachers and students creates a nurturing environment where faith and learning thrive. Their commitment to helping educators excel ensures that we can inspire and empower the next generation while staying true to our values. I’m honored to be part of an organization that truly invests in the future of Catholic education.   -Alisha Caton

Check out a couple of our 5-star recruits! Our building was full of sweet souls signing their "Letter of Intent" to grow in knowledge and virtue. Class of 2034, we already love you!