SACRED HEART HIGH SCHOOL
2015-2016 School Profile
School and Community
Founded in 1923 by the Capuchin Brothers, Sacred Heart High
School is a co-educational, comprehensive Catholic school
with 330 students and 24 teachers, accredited by the New
York State Board of Regents and Middle States Association.
Located on the banks of the beautiful Hudson River in
Yonkers, the school is in the heart of an ethnically and
economically diverse city, and is in proximity to the Bronx,
Manhattan as well as upper Westchester. The student body
is highly competitive, dynamic and multi-cultural and yields
from Yonkers, the Bronx, Manhattan and surrounding
suburban towns and villages. Sacred Heart High School and its
families are bonded by their commitment to support the
diverse needs of their students while cultivating their love of
learning and positive growth and character.
Graduation Requirements
Sacred Heart High School prides itself upon its high academic
standards and ability to provide a distinctive curriculum to
meet the needs of the student population. All New York
State Regents examinations are administered on-site and
over 99% of our students successfully complete these exams.
Each Course level includes and honors section. Graduation
requirements include:
History
4 units Foreign Language
3 units
English
4 units Art
1 Unit
Religion
4 units Health Education
1 unit
Mathematics
4 units Computer Technology
1 unit
Science
3 units Physical Education
2 units
Advanced Placement Courses
AP English Literature
AP U.S. History
AP U.S. Government
AP Biology
AP Calculus
College Link Course
English
Psychology
Pre-Calculus
Business Management
College Success
Senior Electives
Physics
Anatomy
Psychology
Oceanography
Digital Desktop
Ceramics
Drawing and Painting
Stained Glass
Class Rank and Grade Weighting
Sacred Heart High School does not rank students. Grade
point averages are weighted. Advanced placement, is given a
weight of 1.07, college level, is given a weight of 1.06 and
honors, is given a weight of 1.05.
34 Convent Avenue
Yonkers, NY 10703
(914) 965-3114/Fax (914)-965-4510
www.sacredhearths.net
CEEB Code 336070
Distribution of Grades
Sacred Heart uses a numerical grading system with a passing
score of 65. Below is a list of our grading system.
A+
97-100 4.0
C+
77-79 2.5
A
93-96 3.7
C
73-76 2.0
A90-92 3.5
C70-72 1.7
B+
87-89 3.3
D+
67-69 1.5
B
83-86 3.0
D
65-66 1.0
B80-82
Below 65= failure
Faculty
Sacred Heart High School has a professional staff of 24
teachers with a median teaching experience of 20 years. A
Masters Degree is held by 92% of the faculty and 79% have
30 credits or more beyond a Masters. The student Faculty
ratio is 16:1.
Counseling Department
The Counseling Department is comprised of two full time
counselors and one Archdioceses Drug Abuse Prevention
Counselor. The department provides a comprehensive
program that includes individual and group counseling at
each grade level. With 100% of the class continuing their
education, the college selection and admission process is also
central to the responsibilities of the counselor. The ADAPP
counselor works closely with the guidance counselors to
assist student’s individual emotional needs.
Athletics and Extra-Curricular Activities
Sacred Heart High School offers a variety of programs that
encourage students to pursue specific interests. Athletic
competition and group participation provides students with a
sense of commitment and camaraderie. Organized sports
include football, volleyball, soccer, basketball, baseball,
softball, track, bowling and cheerleading. Our school day
extends well past the last bell with organizations such as
Drama Club, Art Club, Vocal Ensemble, Student Council,
Yearbook, National Honors Society, community Service and
our Enrichment program. This offers fitness, fashion, cooking,
pottery and guitar.
Accreditation
Sacred Heart High School is accredited by the Middle States
Association of Colleges and Schools and is certified by the
Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York.
Our CEEB code is 336070
Contact Information
Tara Rybacki, School Counselor/College Advisor
trybacki@sacredhearths.org
Paulette Pezzella, ADAPP Counselor
ppezzella@sacredhearths.org