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Career Day 2024

Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart hosted Career Day with keynote speaker Karen Kukoda '86 and more than 30 professional women representing their fields
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Black History Month Celebration Highlights STEAM

Student-led Black History Month steering committee welcomed distinguished guests and interactive demonstrations to highlight the contributions of Black Americans to the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.
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SHA at a Glance

sacred heart academy
Founded: 1877 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Penance and Christian Charity
Affiliation: Roman Catholic, but welcoming to students from all backgrounds and faiths
Motto: Christus Super Omnia (Christ Above All)
Building & Facilities:
  • Main building, built in 1930
  • Athletic Center (2014)
  • Clare Music Hall
  • Art Gallery (2015)
  • Collaboratory (2016)
  • Museum (2016)
Enrollment: 375 girls, grades 9-12
Demographics:
29 school districts,
83 middle and elementary schools
Academics:
  • College preparatory
  • 13 AP courses
  • Advanced Designation Regents Diploma: 100%
  • International Baccalaureate World School offering both IB Diploma and IB Certificate
  • Academic Support Program (English & Math)
  • 100% of graduates attend college
  • Class of 2023: Two National Merit Commended Student, 19 AP Scholars with Distinction, 6 AP Scholars with Honor, 14 AP Scholars
Faculty:
50 Faculty members, 47 hold or are working toward an advanced degree;
Teacher/Student ratio is 1:8;
Average class size is 18.
Tuition & Fees: $15,850 (2023-24 school year)
Co-curricular opportunities: More than 40 clubs and extracurricular activities
Technology:
  • 1:1 iPad program
  • Smart classrooms
  • 3-D printers
  • Laser cutter
Community Service: 20 hours/year
Athletics:
Member of the Monsignor Martin League (MML)
14 interscholastic sports and two club sports
Performing Arts:
  • Annual musical and drama productions
  • Coffeehouse
Patron Saints: St. Francis and St. Clare
Mascot: SHAmus the Shark
School colors: Maroon & White
Uniform: Grey skirt and polo shirt
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