Sacred Heart Elementary School

Etiquette classes teach dance and manners

mhebert — Mon, 14 May 2012 18:03:37 +0000

The Barclay Classes of Pittsburgh offer instruction in ballroom dancing and basic etiquette to children in grades 3 to 8. The classes meet at the Pittsburgh Athletic Association in Oakland on 10 Fridays from September to April. For more information, visit their website at www.thebarclayclasses.com or download their information and registration forms.

Bill Deasy concert canceled

mhebert — Mon, 14 May 2012 17:37:41 +0000

Unfortunately, the Bill Deasy concert has been canceled. Those who bought tickets will receive an email about refunds; thank you for your support. Thanks also to Bill Deasy and Maddie Georgi and to all who helped organize this event.

Tickets go on sale for Kennywood Day

mhebert — Sun, 13 May 2012 09:21:24 +0000

It’s that time of year again…whether you’re an Aero 360 fan or Kiddieland is more your speed, Kennywood Day on May 24 is almost here. Sacred Heart families and friends are invited to enjoy a fun-filled day at our annual Kennywood School Picnic. On Thursday, May 24, there is 11:30 a.m. early dismissal for all students followed by an optional afternoon at Kennywood Park. Tickets can be purchased at a discount through Sacred Heart School. The cost of each ticket is $22—CASH ONLY. Please note that tickets must be purchased by an adult and will not be sent home with students under any circumstances. Consider purchasing your tickets early as we will have a limited number available on a first-come first-serve basis. Ticket sales will be only on the following dates:

Monday, May 14 Main School Entrance – 7:30 – 8:30 am
Tuesday May 15 Activities Building – 3:30 – 6:00 pm
Thursday, May 16 Main School Entrance – 7:30 – 8:30 am
Tuesday May 22 Activities Building – 3:30 – 6:00 pm
Wednesday May 23 Main School Entrance – 7:30 – 8:30 am

If you are unable to attend school picnic day, the tickets can also be used at other times throughout the summer (some restrictions may apply). Families are responsible for their own transportation to the park and for food and drinks throughout the day.

There will be a picnic pavilion reserved for Sacred Heart families and friends (location to be announced). You are permitted to bring coolers containing food and drink and they can be kept at the pavilion for the day. The picnic grove is a pleasant, shaded area with picnic tables and restrooms. It is the perfect place to enjoy your picnic in the company of family and friends anytime during your stay at Kennywood Park.

The school picnic will take place rain or shine and closing time varies depending on the number of visitors attending Kennywood Park that day. Afterschool care will not be available on Kennywood Day.

See the Kennywood handout for all the details.

Mulan a victory for 7th and 8th grade

mhebert — Tue, 08 May 2012 18:08:29 +0000

Sr. Rosie Schwartz directed the 7th and 8th graders to another smashing success with this year’s spring musical, Mulan Jr. Two evening performances plus two matinee performances for the students kept everyone well-entertained.

East End Crusader Football begins in August

mhebert — Tue, 08 May 2012 17:58:29 +0000

East End Crusader Football is the officially sanctioned football program for the Catholic grade schools in the east end of the Diocese of Pittsburgh.

The program is part of the East End Athletic Association, which is recognized as one of the leading sports organizations in the city of Pittsburgh for youth football and lacrosse.

For more information, see the registration, schedule, and medical forms. You can also contact John Cullen at 412-654-7455 or john.cullen@mac.com.

Pitt offers 5-week summer sports camp

mhebert — Tue, 08 May 2012 17:49:47 +0000

PACK (Physical Activities Camp for Kids) is a five-week summer SPORTS camp offered at Pitt and open to youth entering grades 5 through 8.

The camp runs Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. June 25-July 25. Extended care may be available, call for details.

Instruction is provided in swimming, sports and in lifetime activities such as rock climbing, dance, martial arts, and racquetball. Lunch is provided.

For more information, see the brochure or call 412-648-8278.

Start dates announced for 2012-2013 school year

mhebert — Wed, 02 May 2012 17:15:57 +0000

Start dates for preschool through grade 8 for the 2012-2013 school year are available here.

Unused lunch tickets can be returned for refund

mhebert — Tue, 01 May 2012 18:00:15 +0000

Unused lunch tickets can be returned to Mrs. Maola for a refund on May 23, 29 and 30.

Please put tickets in an envelope marked with your child’s name and homeroom. Also, put “Lunch Ticket Refund” on the envelope and send to the school office.
Your refund will be returned through your child.

Unused lunch tickets from 2011-2012 are not good next year.

Haiti Bake Sale needs bakers and sellers

mhebert — Tue, 01 May 2012 17:58:21 +0000

Sacred Heart Church’s Hearts for Haiti Committee is looking for bakers and people to staff the bake sale tables before and after Masses on the weekend of June 9-10.
All proceeds of the sale will benefit Sacred Heart’s sister school, St. Antoine in Fondwa, Haiti.
For more information or to volunteer to bake or help sell, please contact Pat Miller at pcscajm@comcast.net or Michelle Hebert at mhrh01@gmail.com.

Join us for teacher appreciation week May 7-11

mhebert — Tue, 01 May 2012 17:46:46 +0000

May 7-11 will be Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week. Please take a few minutes with your children to make a thank you card, draw a picture, or write a letter to their teachers or anyone who works at Sacred Heart expressing their gratitude. This is not limited to homeroom teachers or teachers your child has this school year. Don’t forget the special area teachers, our office staff, and the special people who work in the cafeteria!

We also need donations for each day’s event.

If you can donate food for the breakfast or luncheon, paper products, apples, or school supplies please send in the response form by May 3 or contact Melissa Evans at melissamcpeak.evans@verizon.net.

Here’s a schedule of events:

Monday – Breakfast treat
Tuesday – Teacher and Staff Appreciation Lunch
Wednesday – School Supply Surprises
Thursday – You are the APPLES of our eyes
Friday – You are the Key to our Success!