Our New Family Resources page features helpful information and important forms and documents that you will need as a new member of the SHS community. Please bookmark this page and check back regularly for the latest updates.
Contact the Main Office at or 609-267-1728 if you need more information about getting started at Sacred Heart School.
We know there can be many new questions for incoming families, and we are here to help.
This information is to assist new families in getting acclimated to our community.
Please refer to the SHS Handbook or search our webpage for detailed information.
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School Hours
7:50 a.m. - Arrival in homeroom
7:53 a.m. - Start of the school day -Announcements and Prayer
2:25 p.m. - Afternoon prayer
2:30 p.m. – Dismissal
HALF-DAYS
Dismissal on a shortened day will be at 12:15 p.m. unless noted differently on the school calendar.
School Office Hours
September 1 - June 30
7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed for lunch 12 - 1)
Summer Hours
9:00 am - 1:00 p.m. (closed on Fridays)
What time should the children be at school?
Students may begin to arrive for school day at 7:30am. Morning gathering begins at 7:50am. Any time after that please accompany your child to the main office.
For the safety of the children, at NO time should they be dropped in the parking lot and left to walk across the lot by themselves, no matter their age or grade.
Children in grades K-8 attend mass on the 1st Friday of every month.
All children should wear their dress uniform. The students attend 9:00am Mass.
*Parents and families are invited to attend First Friday masses with the students.
Where do children go upon arrival to school?
Children in grades K-8 should go directly to the classrooms to prepare for the day. All of SHS join together in prayer, Pledge of Allegiance, and special announcements.
Where should a student report to if they are late?
If you arrive with your student after 7:50am, they are considered late. K-8 late students should report to the main office with their parent to sign them in and receive a pass to bring to their teacher. Please see the Handbook in regards to our Late Policy.
What should I do if my child is sick?
If your child will be out sick, please call the main office or click the Report Student Absent quick link at the top of the screen. Please include any information on the type of illness and if they are contagious. Refer to the handbook for details on when the child can return to school.
Transportation
Everything you need to know about pick-up and drop-off can be found here.
Need before or after care for your child(ren)... The SHS faculty have you covered, please visit our Extended Care section. Morning Care (6:30am-7:30am) and Extended Day Program (EDP) is available. If you need to make changes on a given day for your child(ren)'s transportation please use the Change of Transportation form located under Daily Procedures.
CAR LINE TIPS ON ARRIVAL:
Form 2 lanes. The right lane is for grades K-8, the left lane is for our Pre-K students. Families with students in both PreK and K-8 should stay in the right lane. When arriving you will be greeted by Father John and myself. Please wait your turn in the car lanes. Once in the drop off area, have your child exit the car. K-8 students will be dropped off in front of the main gym doors. Pre-K will circle around and be dropped off in front of the church. Our staff on duty will assist in making sure your children arrive safely to their classrooms. Once you have dropped off your child/children please do not cut out of lane instead wait until the car in front of you moves to exit the campus. When exiting please be mindful that cars may turn in front of you to drop off at preschool or to exit the campus.
CAR LINE TIPS FOR PICK-UP
Form 2 lanes. In the interest of safety for your child/children and others:
Children will not be permitted to enter a car until the car is in front of the auditorium. Please pull all the way up to the "Drop off ends here" sign even if your child is standing in another place. If one of the car lanes is moving, children must wait until the cars stop moving before going to their car. If you must exit your car to buckle seat belts, we ask that you use the lane closest to the auditorium. Please pick up your child as quickly as possible, being mindful of the extremely long line behind you. We are discouraged from blocking Clifton Avenue.
Snack & Lunch
Do you have a hot lunch program?
Yes, our school serves a hot lunch on all full school days. On half-days lunch is not served. If your child is staying in After Care on a half day, please provide a bagged lunch for them.
Can I send a bagged lunch for my child?
Absolutely.
How do I know what is being served in the cafeteria?
A lunch menu is viewable in the weekly newsletter. The menu will also be posted on the SHS website here.
What does a hot lunch consist of?
Daily lunch consists of a main entrée, a drink, fruit and/or vegetable/side. Snacks are also available for purchase.
How much does lunch cost?
The cost of lunch is $4.00 per lunch per day. An extra slice of pizza on Friday is $2.00.
How do I pay/order lunch?
Lunch payment options include: cash, check (made out to SHS). You may also purchase lunch through the app My School Bucks. Additional item cost and details are on the menu. If your child forgot their lunch or money, the cafeteria will provide lunch and send a note home with the child. The amount should then be sent in to pay your bill.
What time is lunch and recess?
Each time is different for each class and is the same the entire year. These times are announced by the teachers during the first week of school.
Do the children eat a morning snack?
Grades K-5 do have a snack every morning.
My child’s birthday is coming up. Are they allowed to celebrate in school?
Yes, please speak with your child's homeroom teacher for more information.
School Calendar
Where do I find the school calendar?
The monthly and annual calendars are posted on the website. A quick link can be found at the top of the page.
Uniforms
What should my child wear to school?
Please refer to the handbook for uniform guidelines by grade, season and gender.
The approved uniform vendor is Flynn & O'Hara http://www.flynnohara.com/
What is a Tag Day/Dress Down Day (DDD)
A Tag Day/Dress Down Day is an opportunity for students to come to school out of uniform dressed in their own appropriate clothing on a scheduled day. Students bring in $1 donation for a designated charity and donations are sent to a charity designated by the Student Council or alternate committee organizing the day.
These days are always optional to participate in. The following items are considered inappropriate to wear, so please monitor what your child is wearing before they leave the house:- dirty/torn clothing - tee shirts with inappropriate logos - mini skirts & mini shorts- bare midriffs
Tuition Questions and Information
I have a question about my tuition.
Answers and information can be obtained by contacting the school office.
Volunteering & Fundraising
Parents are invited to volunteer with the school in a number of ways, including fundraisers, joining the PTA and so much more.
I want to Volunteer! Are there any requirements?
Everyone who plans on volunteering with children at the school is required to complete forms, be fingerprinted by the State of NJ and attend the Diocese’s "Protecting God's Children" program.