The kindergarteners and first graders made this sign for our 8th graders on their last day. It seems like just yesterday they were in the K-1 wing. Time flies when you are having fun.
Mrs. Cindy Reynolds has given her whole heart in her vocation as a music teacher. She is an innovator who is constantly looking for ways
to facilitate an atmosphere of joy in her classroom through the gift of music. From concerts to musical performances, she is an educator whose energy and love of her faith moves hearts. We have been so blessed!
As her coworkers, what is perhaps even more inspirational, is her love of family. She harvests great joy from caring for and receiving the gift of the love of family.
Come Thursday May 15 to sing her praises 🎶🎼. We should be done with business by 7 and in full celebration mode.
Our Vice Principal, Ben Chapman, is a gem. His devotion to the vocation of fatherhood and love of family will bring him closer to family in Waverly where he has accepted a teaching position beginning in the fall. A man with great devotion to his Catholic faith and a steady presence at Sacred Heart for 12 years, we will miss him and his beautiful daughter. This picture of Mr. Chapman tells the story of his heart. This semester he worked with Dr. Helen Harrelson and the 5th grade band. Dr. Harrelson shared a story about a teacher who said if all her students joined band, she would join as well. Dr. Harrelson asked if there were any takers on SHOJ staff. Ben said he had always wanted to play drums, and she immediately invited him to join them this semester. In this pic from Tuesday’s concert, we see Ben and his favorite bandmate . We will miss this dynamic duo but continue to wrap them up in prayer as they take on a new adventure. Please join us Thursday, March 15 to cheer on Mr. Chapman on this next step. We should be done with business by 7PM and in full celebration mode.
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The joy in this school is palpable! God is good. I am being flooded by pictures like this. Second graders stopping to pray in anticipation of the announcement.
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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