I am currently an 8th grader a SJSH and I absolutley love it. The school has a wonderful staff that is really welcoming. SHS is such a cmmunity that most everyone knows each other which creates a really relaxed environment for learning. Sure some people might come on a little too strong, but every school
... Read more has that. I have gone to many schools before St.Joe's and I can honestly say I like ths school the most I can also say that I will definetly be attending Sacred Heart Prep next year! Go Gators!!!! Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/21/08
Always getting better, SHP is a getting better every year. Although the previous reviewer may feel that there is a lack of religious temphasis at the school, the fact is they are much more open to all ideas, and while they teach Catholic views and history, they do not force it upon kids. Their open view
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Posted by a student on 10/13/07
This school used to be good; I have seen a huge deteriorization of this school...I have since moved all of my 4 kids out to a different local Catholic school. Until this school returns to its old form of sound, fundamental teachings of religion, what is good and moral, and just plain old good academics,
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Posted by a parent on 09/17/07
Sacred Heart Prep is wonderful. They have 5 goals 1. A personal and active faith in God. 2. A deep respect for intellectual values. 3. A social awareness that compels to action. 4. the building of community as a Christian value. 5.Personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom. I am pleased beyond
... Read more my expectations. Class size is 8-12. The teachers are all highly educated, well qualified and approachable,they always make time for extra help. Their goal is to help each student reach their greatest potential,and enjoy high school at the same time. Their athletic program is wonderful, and quite extensive for a small school, so just about everyone makes a team and plays.They have all drama,dance,photography, ceramics, debate and lots of other clubs, too many to list here, extracurricular activities, including an exchange program with other Sacred Heart schools all around the world with other Sacred Heart schools.Parent participation is high and always welcomed. Read less
School Profile for Sacred Heart College Preparatory School
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Math, Science, Social Studies, Fine Arts, Foreign Language, Computers, English
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English as Second Language
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Atherton schools — Sacred Heart College Preparatory School is located at 150 Valparaiso Ave, Atherton CA 94027. 150 Valparaiso Ave is in the West Atherton neighborhood and 94027 ZIP code in Atherton, CA The school district for Sacred Heart College Preparatory School is the Archdiocese San Francisco Off. Sacred Heart College Preparatory School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels 9 - 12.
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