Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart

Dear Parents of Sacred Heart Academy Students,

In compliance with safety and order, to create a learning and teaching situation where trust and communication are prominent, and to promote a positive and rigorous learning situation the following is important:

1. SHA is committed to providing a comprehensive, balanced, and challenging Catholic education rooted in the core values of the Franciscan tradition.

2. Excellence in education is a commitment to taking rigorous courses aiming for 85% or “B” as a minimum grade and of this to pursue a Regents Diploma with Distinction.

3. In conjunction with the nature of the Catholicism, service to others, positive ethics, integrity and the strong sense of self and community are fostered through a wide range of curricular and co-curricular activities.

4. Adherence to the mission, respect for the individual, and enrichment spiritual and leadership activities will still be a way of life. These may cause adjustments to the schedule in promoting a well rounded and rigorous education.

If you wish to speak to me, I can be contacted at 834-2101 ext. 308.

Sincerely,

James R. Dempsey, Ed.D.

Director of Academics

Parents' Guild

The Parents' Guild is an active organization including all parents and/or guardians of the students of Sacred Heart Academy. The function of the Guild is to:

Promote good will and understanding between parents and the Academy
Work with the administration of the Academy in maintaining high standards of academic excellence
Financially assist the school

Meetings are typically held every other month at 7:00 pm in the SHA Cafeteria and all parents and guardians are welcome

to attend.

PARENTS' GUILD OFFICERS 2008-2009

President Amy and Michael Bradley

Vice President Cindy and Bob Stani

Treasurer Diane Trzaska

Recording Secretary Heidi Nowak

Corresponding Secretary Michelle Schraven

Sergeant at Arms/Volunteer Coordinator Susan Bavisotto

Alumnae Couple Roxanne and Dave Smith