and social studies lessons, students fully immersed themselves in the lives of American pioneers through Prairie Days, a perennial favorite.
GOAL III: SERVICE
Serving Those in Need Lower School students provided meaningful service in support of Cradles to Crayons, Unite For Her, and Caring for Friends throughout the academic year. They also participated in the school-wide PB&J drive, making 7,000+ sandwiches for Circle of Hope.
Grades 2 and 3 students prepared nearly 120 meals for Caring for Friends, an organization that assists with food insecurity through nearby churches.
Goal IV: COMMUNITY
SHA Shifts to Lower School Multi- Age Classrooms This fall, SHA Lower School students began learning in multi-age classrooms (MAC), guided by Sacred Heart Goal II, Criteria II which challenges Sacred Heart educators to develop and implement a dynamic curriculum, effective instructional methodology, current educational research, and ongoing evaluation to maximize the experience and personal growth of each student. Grades 1 and 2 learn together, as does Grades 3 and 4. Teachers trained in the Responsive Classroom approach strategically assemble student groups according to students' abilities, interests, learning styles, and strengths, allowing for greater differentiation in meeting students’ needs. In conjunction with MAC, SHA is pleased to announce the dedicated Lower School Math and STEM classrooms. Tiny Heart Program Connects with Local Families We’re growing! SHA’s popular Tiny Hearts program for Celebrating Mother Earth In celebration of Earth Day, Lower and Middle School created beautiful wind chimes made from household items and learned about ways they can grow in their stewardship of our Earth.
Celebrating Our Traditions and Sisterhood Our youngest students grew in leaps and bounds and marked the milestone of the 100th Day of School by dressing as 100-year-old grandmothers. Lower and Upper School students participated in a variety of sisterhood activities
where learning and friendships grew, including Sacred Heart Goals-themed Thanksgiving turkeys. Fun events with classmates strengthened friendships and built a community like no other!
Goal V: GROWTH Bringing Lessons to Life
Field Trips were an integral part of the Lower School experience, providing opportunities for deep thought and exploration in Social Studies, Science and Technology, and the Arts. Highlights included "Bugs to Butterflies" lesson at the Academy of Natural Sciences (K-1), "Through Their Eyes: Major Causes and Events of the American Revolution" at the Revolutionary Museum (Grades 3 & 4), and “Fire Prevention and Your Neighborhood Fire Company” with the Bryn Mawr Fire Department (Grades K-2). Expanding Horizons Students continued to explore new concepts and disciplines through a variety of clubs, including American Sign Language, Passports Around the World, Environmental Club, and Art Club to name just a few. Some new clubs on the slate this fall: Coding Basics, Knitting, and SHA Track & Field.
girls and boys from birth to age 4, and their caregivers, expanded this fall providing more opportunities to connect with prospective families. Tiny Hearts includes fun- themed playtime with music and movement, storytime, and creative and cooperative play.
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SACRED HEART ACADEMY BRYN MAWR
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