Portrait of a Stuart Graduate

The objective of Sacred Heart Education is to develop people of integrity whose actions align with their values and beliefs. True to St. Madeleine Sophie’s vision, clearly expressed in the Goals and Criteria, ideally, Sacred Heart graduates are characterized by their confidence, courage, and compassionate spirit.  - Conference of Sacred Heart Education 

Using the five Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria as a guiding principle, the following are defining characteristics of a Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart graduate.  

A Stuart graduate has a personal and informed faith, the foundation for a loving and compassionate heart. She is culturally responsive and through conversations with those of diverse beliefs, she gains a deep understanding of and respect for the religions of the world.  

A Stuart graduate is intellectually curious and a lifelong seeker of knowledge. She is a confident and self-aware learner who thinks critically, finds value in collaboration, and demonstrates resilience by approaching the most formidable challenges as opportunities for growth.

A Stuart graduate recognizes and is thankful for her unique gifts and talents and embraces them with confidence, dignity, and integrity. With a commitment to personal growth, a Stuart graduate is invested in her achievements while maintaining balance in her life. 

A Stuart graduate is a powerful agent for change. She is a forward-thinker and an innovative leader who takes bold risks.

A Stuart graduate expresses herself in her passions and pursuits, whether they are in public speaking, athletics, the arts, or take any other form.  

A Stuart graduate goes into an ever-evolving world with empathy and uses her voice to advocate for equity, justice, and peace for all. As an active global citizen, a Stuart graduate embraces community — locally and globally — and models the importance of service.