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Beliefs and Values
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Beliefs
The Sacred Heart community embraces the following set of beliefs that guide our actions, our words, and our decisions.
Christ in all things.
Excellence comes from effort.
The work we do every day matters.
I can. I will.
The little things are the big things.These beliefs inform each aspect of our school—our policies, procedures, rituals, routines, relationships, and even the physical spaces.
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Values
Integrity
watch what I do to see what I believe.
– SR. HELEN PREJEAN, CSJIntegrity means that our actions reflect our beliefs and live up to our moral ideals. We hold all in our communities to the highest academic and ethical standards, both within the walls of our school buildings and as representatives in our communities. As we equip our students with a clear understanding of the moral principles and virtues of the Catholic faith, we instill habits of honesty, forthrightness, and respect for themselves and others.Humility
Those who humble themselves will be exalted.
– LUKE 14:11Humility means recognizing God’s presence in every situation and person we encounter, and acknowledging the responsibility we each have to live up to the greatness that God has made us to achieve. We learn to appreciate our own limitations, take responsibility for our mistakes, demonstrate adaptability, and learn from everyone around us. Our humility makes us constant learners who develop our God-given gifts not merely for personal gain but to serve others and build our community.Hard Work
IF THERE IS NO STRUGGLE, THERE IS NO PROGRESS.
– FREDERICK DOUGLASSEach of us is made uniquely by God for greatness. In order to fully develop the gifts God gave us, hard work provides opportunities for us to sharpen our skills, develop our talents, and strengthen our minds and hearts for life’s journey. Effort, persistence, and determination are essential to learning and success in life. Hope alone does not result in success; we seek to instill in our students a work ethic marked by tenacity, stamina, and zeal.Service
Only a life lived for others is worthwhile.
– ALBERT EINSTEINAt Sacred Heart, we believe that we are made for each other, so we aim to develop young men and women for others. When we see God in others, we think less of ourselves and so put others first. Our teachers “fan into a flame the gifts God gave” each child (2 Timothy 1), cultivating their gifts, broadening their understanding of the community and the world, and offering their gifts in service of our local neighborhood.