Extra-Curricular Programmes
We encourage students to be active members of the school community. At Sacred Heart, there are many extracurricular activities from which to choose, and additional options are added each year.Clubs for every taste
- Battle of the Books, Grades 7-12: a reading competition organized by Woozles Book Store.
- Debating Club, Grades 7-12: participate in Nova Scotia Debating Society tournaments and in national and international events. Click here for more information.
- Creative Writing Club, Grades 7-12: students write poetry, short stories and creative non-fiction.
- Call to Remembrance, Grades 7-9: prepares junior high students for a "Reach for the Top" style competition on Canada's military heritage, organized by the Royal Canadian Legion.
- Craft Club, Grades 7-12, September to December: Students make crafts for our annual Christmas Fair and to take home.
- Kids Help Phone Student Ambassadors, Grades 7-12: raises awareness and funds for the Kids Help Phone, Canada's only toll-free, 24-hour, bilingual and anonymous phone counselling, referral and Internet service for children and youth.
- Playground Mentors, Grades 7-12: volunteers who help supervise our Elementary students on the playground from 12:00 - 12:30.
- Environment Club, Grades 7-12: discussion of all issues related to the environment.
- Math Club, Grades 7-12: helps students improve mathematical problem-solving skills and participate in the Nova Scotia Math League Competitions.
- Robotics Club, Grades 7-12: Students enter a robot in the Robots East Competition — students design, build and test a large (30 kg) robot.
- Yearbook, All Grades, Grade 12: Each year we publish a Yearbook that captures the essence of the school year. The staff usually comes from Grade 12 with other grades helping in various areas.
- Senior Choir - Grades 7-12 for students who love to sing and perform. Meets weekly and prepares for Advent Service, Kiwanis Music Festival, concerts, and school events throughout the year.
- Liturgy Choir - Grades 7-12 singers and musicians meet weekly and prepare music for our liturgical celebrations.
- Intermediate Band - Grades 7 & 8 - meets twice a week and prepares for concerts, music festival and other school events.
- Senior Band - Grades 9-12 meets twice a week and prepares for concerts, music festival and other school events.
- Spanish Club - Grades 7-12 Students have fun learning about Spanish culture and language.
- CineClub - Grades 7-12 Students make their own short films and participate in the Viewfinders' programme associated with the Atlantic Film Festival.
- Global Citizens - Grades 7-12 Raising awareness of world issues.
- Knitting Club - Grades 7-12 Students learn basic knitting skills and work on a common project.
- Scrabble - Grades 7-12 - Casual drop-in club for interested players.
- ESL Games Club - Grades 7-12
- Duke of Edinburgh's Award Programme - Grades 9-12 - a self directed programme for students from Grade 9 up which encourages personal discovery and growth and service to their community. Students can work towards their bronze, silver and gold awards.
Performing Arts
Each year, the High School puts on a musical. Performing is a wonderful confidence booster and helps develop public speaking skills as well.Previous productions include Anything Goes, Bells Are Ringing and Little Women.
Student Council
Student Council is an excellent way for students — those running as well as those voting — to get an understanding of the democratic process. It provides leadership opportunities for students at all grade levels. It also encourages courtesy, loyalty and school spirit and promotes a spirit of co-operation.The Student Council consists of the elected executive officers (Head Girl, Vice Head Girl, Secretary, and Treasurer) and elected class representatives.
