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About SHS

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Sacred Heart School is a Catholic community which provides an excellent academic education in an environment of faith and virtue for Pre-K through 8th grade families of Sacred Heart Parish and the surrounding community.  Sacred Heart School builds an active partnership between school, parish, and family. Sacred Heart School graduates leaders who are exceptionally well prepared to meet the challenges of college preparatory education with a commitment to Catholic service to others. We are accredited through the Western Catholic Education Association.

Sacred Heart School first opened in 1952 and was the first Catholic School on Seattle's Eastside. We currently serve 445+ students in two classes per grade level, Pre-K through 8th grade.

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Our Mission

Sacred Heart School is a Catholic community of faith, service, and academic excellence.

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Our Vision

Sacred Heart School is committed to providing an excellent academic education in a welcoming environment of faith and virtue.

We accomplish this by building an active partnership between our families, school, and parish.

Graduates of Sacred Heart School are servant leaders who are well prepared to embrace the life that God calls them to live.

Our Living Values

At the heart of our school community are six guiding virtues that shape who we are and how we grow:

Curiosity fuels our love of learning and discovery.

Empathy helps us understand and support one another.

Gratitude reminds us to appreciate the people and opportunities around us.

Integrity guides us to do what’s right, even when it’s hard.

Resilience empowers us to face challenges with courage and determination.

Respect ensures we value every voice and treat others with kindness.

Together, these virtues shape how we learn, lead, and grow—together.

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Leadership Team

Mr. David Burroughs

Mr. David Burroughs

Principal
Mrs. Erica Pierson

Mrs. Erica Pierson

Vice Principal
Mrs. Amy Davis

Mrs. Amy Davis

Dean of Students, Safe Environment Coordinator
Father Joseph Akor

Father Joseph Akor

Parochial Vicar
Father Kurt Nagel

Father Kurt Nagel

Pastor

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Accreditation

Sacred Heart School is accredited through the Western Catholic Education Association.  Our last accreditation was completed in 2020 with a term of accreditation through June 30, 2026.

2020 Report Of Findings 2019-2020 Self Study