Upper School (9-12)

Grade 10-12 students may enroll in the following AP courses:
AP English Literature & Composition
AP English Language & Composition
AP US History
AP Comparative Government
AP Modern World History
AP Calculus AB
AP Biology

Great hearts, generous hearts, are required in the family of God's Heart, because the difficulties in the way of doing good increase day by day."

- Saint Madeleine Sophie Barat, Foundress

SHA seniors have the unique opportunity to enroll in classes at Villanova University. SHA students earn three college credits and elective credit at SHA. Upon completion, students receive a transcript from Villanova and in most cases, these credits will transfer to other colleges or universities. This partnership is a testament to the strength of SHA's academic program and the college-readiness of our Grade 12 students. Learn more.

SHA has partnered with the University of Delaware's EntreX Lab Dual Enrollment program. This class is taught at SHA by Upper School Mathematics Teacher Jocelyn Smith, who is a certified EntreX educator. The entrepreneurship program culminates in building and pitching of a business or social entrepreneurship plan, which is then presented to judges in a national showcase competition. Students also earn college credit. 

A Sophie Scholar is a distinguished Sacred Heart student who has chosen to explore a field of interest in depth, give back to their community, and share their knowledge in meaningful ways. Sophie Scholars commit to not only rigorous study, but also enriching co-curricular experiences. Students are invited to apply for these programs beginning in Grade 10 and earn a special designation upon graduation. Sophie Scholars Tracks include Social Awareness and Action Track (SAAT),  Math and Science Track (MAST), and Writing Intensive Track (WIT). Learn more.

The History and Literature courses are integrated in the Upper School, particularly in Grades 9-11, fostering a deep understanding of historical events and cultures. Both courses culminate in an in depth research paper, assessed by the teacher of each course. 

SHA Upper School students expand their horizons through the Sacred Heart Network Exchange program with domestic and international Sacred Heart Schools. The program allows students to become immersed in the cultures of the places they visit, and experience a day in a life of students their age from a different country or U.S. state. Learn more.

SHA seniors in the highest academic standing may take part in the Diocesan Scholars program, a dual-enrollment program at area Catholic colleges including La Salle University, Saint Joseph's University, and Villanova University. Student earn college and high school credit simultaneously.  There is no charge for tuition; students pay only for their textbooks.