Academic Profile
in 1877, Sacred Heart Academy is a Catholic, college preparatory, all-girls high school sponsored by the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville.
Heart provides an International Baccalaureate global curriculum, college-level courses including IB, AP, and Dual-Credit, a unique formalized leadership program, service and retreat opportunities, faith formation, academic and social-emotional support, nationally ranked athletics, full-scale visual and performing arts programs, and much more.
is part of Sacred Heart Schools, a Catholic community rooted in the Ursuline tradition, dedicated to inspiring diverse learners to become globally minded, compassionate leaders.
2022-2023
4 loved and lived core values - Community, Leadership, Reverence, and Service 746 total students 73 faculty members; 85% with graduate or postgraduate degrees 10:1 Student-to-teacher ratio 17 Average class size 1:1 Device Program $1.5 Million in Tuition Assistance awarded 4 academic levels 4-year academic concentrations in computer science, visual arts, and vocal music 15 sports, 3 no-cut teams 103 State Championships 65+ Clubs and Organizations 48-acre Ursuline Campus 100% Graduation Rate Founded
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WHO IS A Sacred Heart Academy GRADUATE?
A GLOBALLY MINDED, COMPASSIONATE LEADER.
Sacred Heart Academy graduates possess the traits and characteristics of a 21st century leader. Valkyries act with integrity and honesty and a strong sense of fairness and justice, and with respect for the dignity of all people. They are open-minded, seeking and evaluating a range of points of view and willing to grow from their experiences. Valkyries understand the importance of balancing the intellectual, physical, spiritual, and emotional aspects of their lives to promote well-being and recognize their interdependence with others. Sacred Heart graduates are caring young women who show empathy, compassion, and respect for all people.
A CREATIVE, CRITICAL, AND REFLECTIVE THINKER.
Valkyries develop and use conceptual understanding, exploring knowledge across a range of disciplines and engaging with issues and ideas that have local and global significance. They nurture curiosity, developing skills for inquiry and research and can learn both independently and with others. They are enthusiastic, lifelong learners. Valkyries use critical and creative thinking skills to analyze and take responsible action on complex problems and in making reasoned, ethical decisions. They thoughtfully consider their own ideas, experiences, strengths and weaknesses to support their own learning and personal development.
WHO WILL your daughter BECOME?
A STRONG, CONFIDENT, AND EMPOWERED YOUNG WOMAN.
Valkyries are resilient. They are strong women of great faith. Spending their formative years in an empowering, all-girls environment, they express themselves confidently and creatively in many ways, and in more than one language. They work independently or collaborate effectively to explore new ideas and innovative strategies. Valkyries approach uncertainty with forethought and determination and are resourceful and resilient in the face of challenges and change.
A SERVANT LEADER, DEVELOPED THROUGH THE FOUNDING VISION AND CORE VALUES OF THE URSULINE SISTERS OF LOUISVILLE.
As strong women of great faith, Valkyries place great value in meaningful service to others. With a daily focus on the core values of community, leadership, reverence and service and an understanding of the Charism of Saint Angela Merici, which is a contemplative love of God and a resulting openness and eagerness to serve the needs of others, they have a strong commitment to service and act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around them. Whether raised in the Catholic faith or not, young women graduate from Sacred Heart Academy as moral and compassionate servant leaders.
IN A CLASS OF OUR OWN
IB Courses
Holistic approach to education through the International Baccalaureate Programme
Alternating two-day block schedule with four 75-minute periods + daily 45-minute TEAM period for assemblies, group study, teacher meetings, and study hall
Formal leadership institute with authentic programming and experience for all students
Learning Differences program with designated space in the Horton Family Accessible Education Center
Distinctive mix of IB, AP, and Dual-Credit college-level courses not found anywhere in Louisville
Unique student-centered spaces like the Student Life Center, Ambassador Lounge, and Outdoor Lunch Area amidst a beautiful 48-acre campus
500-seat Ursuline Arts Center
Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and Accredited by Cognia
IB English Literature HL
Spanish SL or HL
French SL or HL
IB Mandarin ab Initio SL
IB Global Politics SL
IB History SL
Psychology SL
Biology HL
Chemistry SL
Physics SL
Computer Science SL
IB Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches HL (Calculus-Emphasis
Advanced Statistical Concepts)
IB Mathematics: Applications & Interpretation HL or SL (Advanced Statistics Emphasis with Calculus Key Concepts)
IB Visual Art HL
Music SL
Theory of Knowledge
AP Courses
AP English Literature
Language & Composition
Spanish Language & Culture
Human Geography
AP U.S. Government
Environmental Science
Computer Science Principles
Computer Science A
Calculus
Dual Credit Courses (U of L)
PreCalculus
Art History
Planned Future Courses:
Sports, Exercise and Health Science SL
Economics SL
Business Management SL
Statistics
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ACADEMIC CHOICES AT SHA
Theology
Theology I, II, III, IV
Language & Literature
English I, II, III, IV
IB English HL I, II
AP Language & Composition
AP English Literature Creative Writing Film Study and Analysis
Language Acquisition
Chinese I, II
Advanced Chinese II, III
French I, II
Advanced French III
Spanish I, II, III, IV
Advanced Spanish II, III
IB Mandarin ab Initio SL I, II
IB French HL I, II
IB French SL I, II
IB Spanish HL I, II
IB Spanish SL I, II
Individuals and Societies
World History
U.S. History
U.S. Government
AP Human Geography
IB History HL I: World History
IB History HL II: History of the Americas
IB Global Politics SL
AP U.S. Government & Politics
IB Psychology SL Economics
Art History
Current World Affairs
History of World Religions
Human Cultures and Globalization
Psychology
Women’s Studies
Social Movements in US History
Sciences Biology Chemistry
Honors Chemistry Physics
Honors Physics
IB Chemistry SL
IB Biology HL I, II
IB Physics SL
AP Environmental Science Human Anatomy and Physiology Sports, Exercise, and Health Science Engineering Forensic Science Marine Science Nutritional Science Mathematics MYP Algebra MYP Algebra Intensive Accelerated Algebra II/Geometry MYP Geometry Accelerated Geometry/Trigonometry Precalculus
Honors Precalculus Algebra II Honors Calculus Statistics and Probability College Algebra
IB Mathematics HL I Dual Credit Precalculus
IB Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches HL II
IB Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation HL II
IB Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation SL I
AP Calculus AB
Performing Arts
Intro to Musical Theater Music Theory for the Stage Musical Theatre I Introduction to Acting Introduction to Dance Piano
A Cappella Choir
Madrigals
Private Music Lessons
IB Music SL
Visual Arts
Survey of Visual Arts
Art I, II, III, IV
Ceramics I, II, III
Jewelry and Accessory Design
Photography I, II
IB Visual Art HL I, II
Design | Business, Communication, & Technology
MYP Design
Computer Science I, II
AP Computer Science Principles
AP Computer Science
IB Computer Science SL Cybersecurity
Digital Design and Multimedia Visual Communications Design Entrepreneurship and Business Applications Marketing Personal Finance Broadcasting Yearbook
Physical & Health Education
Health Physical Education Fitness for Life Child Development Interpersonal Relationships
Interdisciplinary Success and Study Skills
Freshman Seminar
SHA Research Seminar
IB Writing Lab Theory of Knowledge
Jean Frazier Leadership Institute Internship Program & Extended Internship
[HL = Honors Level IB course]
[SL = Standard Level IB course]
CLASS OF 2022 STUNNING SUCCESS 203 graduates 99% attended college 716 Academic Scholarships, representing 87% of the class 27 Athletic ScholarshipsOver $35 Million in total Scholarships 24.2 ACT Composite, 31 ACT composite among IB Diploma candidates 41 students honored with the Angeline Service Award (earned Service Honor Roll each year) 8 Scholastic Art Silver Key and 9 Honorable Mention awards 4 National Merit Finalists 1 National Merit Commended Student 4 11 Governor’s Scholars Participants 3 Governor’s School for Entrepreneurs Participants Over 28,000 service hours earned Governor’s School for the Arts Participants
CLASS OF 2022
COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES THAT HAVE ACCEPTED SACRED HEART ACADEMY STUDENTS
American University
Appalachian State University
Arizona State University
Auburn University
Ball State University
Bellarmine University
Belmont University
Benedictine College
Berklee College of Music Bluegrass Community and Technical College Boston College
Boston University
Brescia University Butler University Catholic University of America
Central Michigan University Centre College Chapman University Chatham University Clemson University Coastal Carolina University College of Charleston Colorado College Columbia College Converse College Denison University DePaul University DePauw University Drexel University
Duke University
East Carolina University Eastern Kentucky University Elmhurst University Elon University
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Emerson College
Florida Atlantic University
Florida Gulf Coast University Florida International University Florida Southern College Florida State University Fordham University
Furman University George Washington University Georgia Institute of Technology Hanover College
Hawaii Pacific University Hope College
Hussian College in Studio Illinois Institute of Technology
Indiana Institute of Technology Indiana University Bloomington Ithaca College
Jacksonville University James Madison University Jefferson Community and Technical College John Carroll University Kent State University Kenyon College Lake Forest College
London Metropolitan University Louisiana State University Loyola University Chicago Marquette University Marymount Manhattan College Miami University Michigan State University Montana State University Morehead State University Mount Saint Joseph University Murray State University New York University North Carolina State University Northeastern University Northern Kentucky University Northwestern University Oberlin College and Conservatory Ohio University Oklahoma City University Pace University Palm Beach Atlantic University Pennsylvania State University Pepperdine University
Portland State University Purdue University Richard Bland College of William and Mary Rochester Institute of Technology Rollins College Saint Louis University Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Samford University Santa Clara University Sarah Lawrence College Savannah College of Art and Design School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Sewanee: The University of the South
Sierra College
Southern Methodist University Spalding University
Stevens Institute of Technology Stonehill College
Syracuse University Temple University Texas Christian University Texas Wesleyan University
The College of William & Mary
The College of Wooster
The New School
The Ohio State University
The University of Alabama
The University of Findlay
The University of Tampa
The University of Tennessee at Martin
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
The University of Texas at Arlington The University of Texas at San Antonio
Towson University Transylvania University
Tulane University
Tusculum University University of Alabama at Birmingham University of Arizona University of Brighton University of California, Berkley University of California, Irvine University of California, Los Angeles University of California, San Diego University of Chicago University of Cincinnati University of Colorado Boulder University of Dallas University of Dayton University of Delaware University of Denver University of Florida University of Georgia University of Hawai’i at Manoa University of Illinois UrbanaChampaign University of Kentucky
University of Louisville
University of Maine at Augusta University of Maryland, College Park
University of Massachusetts
Amherst University of Massachusetts Boston
University of Miami University of Michigan University of Michigan-Dearborn University of Minnesota Twin Cities
University of Mississippi University of Missouri University of Missouri-St. Louis University of New Mexico University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University Of North Carolina Wilmington University of North Texas University of Notre Dame University of Oklahoma University of Pittsburgh University of Richmond University of Salford University of South Carolina University of South Carolina
Aiken University of South Florida University of Tennessee at Chattanooga University of Virginia University of Westminster University of Wisconsin-Madison Vanderbilt University Villanova University Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Wake Forest University Washington and Lee University Washington University in St. Louis
Western Kentucky University Western Michigan University Wofford College
Wright State University Xavier University
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