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  • Sacred Heart School
    • Homepage
    • Admissions >
      • Why Choose SHS?
      • Application Process
      • Contact Us
    • Financial Aid >
      • Affordability
      • FACTS Tuition Managment
      • Contact Us
    • Our School >
      • Principal's Welcome
      • Mission & Core Values
      • Faculty & Staff >
        • Administration Staff
        • Elementary School Teachers
        • Middle School Teachers
        • Support Staff
      • Facilities & Virtual Tour
      • School Photos
    • Academics >
      • Core Curriculum
      • Academic Support
      • Teacher Companion Sites
    • Extra-Curricular Opportunities >
      • Athletics
      • Band & Chorus
      • Clubs
    • For Parents >
      • PlusPortals - Rediker
      • Calendars, Notices, & Forms
      • Closings & Delays
      • Uniform Orders
      • Parent-Student Handbook
      • Safe Environment
      • Safe School Act
    • Lend A Hand >
      • Get Involved
      • Volunteer Handbook
      • Make a Donation
  • Church
    • Homepage
    • Meet Our Priests
    • Bulletin
    • CCD
    • Online Giving
    • Virtual Tour
    • Contact Us
  • Day Care Center
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Ways to Get Involved

​Since 1917, Sacred Heart School has provided a quality Catholic education to families in East Providence and the surrounding communities. Originally staffed by the Sisters of Mercy as a tuition-free parochial school, SHS is now fully staffed by lay faculty and relies on tuition to fund its operations. 

Volunteers are always welcome to assist and support the many aspects of operating a mission Catholic school.

Volunteer Opportunities

Here are examples of some volunteer opportunities. 

Family and Student Activities
  • Participating in the PTO
  • Active involvement in PTO events and fundraisers
  • Coaching competitive athletic teams (cross country, basketball, volleyball, soccer, tennis, )
  • Coaching or assisting with after school clubs (band, bowling, chorus, robotics, tutoring, etc.)
  • Assisting with the band program
  • Assisting in the classroom as tutoring and academic support
  • Beautifying and decorating the school
  • Chairing the Book Fair
  • Chaperoning middle school dances

School Operations & Strategic Activities
  • Enrollment Committee
  • Public Relations Committee
  • Marketing Committee
  • Athletic Coordinator
  • New Family Ambassadors
  • Photography

Ways to Give

For the past 100 years, Sacred Heart School has been making a difference in the lives of our students by inspiring their spiritual growth, intellectual curiosity and skills, compassion, and service to others. 

We ask you to reflect on the difference that Catholic Education has made in the life of your family and support SHS through:
  • Gifts of prayer
  • Gifts of time by involving yourself with school activities, clubs, events, and initiatives
  • Gifts of talent by contributing your professional skills and God-given abilities to promote our mission and future growth
  • Gifts of financial contributions and participation

Types of Gifts​

​Financial Gifts
A monetary gift symbolizes your belief in our mission. High levels of participation will demonstrate our community’s shared commitment to our students. We are grateful for your support as we strive for full participation from current families and faculty through gifts of prayer, involvement, and financial participation.

Checks
Make your check payable to Sacred Heart School and send it to us at the following address: 56 Purchase Street, East Providence, RI 02914.

Gifts-In-Kind
SHS may be able to accept a gift of goods or services; please contact us before making a gift-in-kind.

Matching Gifts
Make your gift to SHS go even further. Ask your employer if they have a matching gift program.

Gifts of Student Scholarships
Consider sponsoring a young student, whose family could not otherwise afford to provide them with an outstanding Catholic education.

Targeted Gifts
Consider making a targeted gift by providing for a specific need. With a targeted gift, you can choose how your donation is used. Contact the principal at (401) 434-1080 for more information.
  • Technology
  • Facilities, Landscaping, School Safety
  • Athletic Program
  • Arts & Band Program
  • Scholarships

​Whatever your means of support, the administration, faculty, and students of Sacred Heart School are truly grateful for your partnership.

    Make a Financial Gift

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SACRED HEART SCHOOL

56 Purchase St.
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 434-1080
info@sacredheartepri.com

SACRED HEART church

118 taunton ave.
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 434-0326
church@sacredheartepri.com

Sacred Heart DAY CARE CENTER
101 Taunton Ave.
East Providence, RI 02914
(401) 434-2462
TJONES@sacredheartepri.com