Sacred Heart Apostolic School (SHAS) is a

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and a

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, all-male boarding school in the United States for minors who are considering a

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to the priesthood. It is meant not only to help discover their vocation, but to form them as mature men who want to follow God's will. It is located within the Diocese of Gary and operated by the

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, a religious congregation of the

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. The school is located in the north-central

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town of Rolling Prairie. It serves approximately 10–25 students enrolled in grades 8 through 12. SHAS was established in 2005 and has operated continuously since.

History

The main building of the campus was built in 1932–33 by the

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. It was constructed as their novitiate and dedicated to

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. In 1968, they changed its use to an international boarding school called LeMans Academy. LeMans closed in 2003, and the property was divided before the Legion bought the main building in 2005.

Academics

The academic program follows a classical liberal arts model which emphasizes classical (

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and

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) and modern foreign languages, British and American literature, mathematics and the natural sciences, history, theology, cultural studies, and the fine arts (vocal music, theater arts, and communication). The Latin and Greek courses, in particular, encourage all students to be able to read Virgil's

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in the original Latin and translate the

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from the original Greek by their senior year. The mathematics program begins with pre-algebra and extends to

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and

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with an emphasis on theory rather than application. Students are required to take Spanish as a modern foreign language. Each student is also required to participate in the school’s band and choir programs.

Spirituality

Religious practices such as the Holy Mass, the Rosary, and the Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament are provided regularly for the students. Students are introduced to Catholic spirituality, which takes different elements from various Christian spiritual authors. The school also functions as a retreat center for boys and it hosts a month-long summer program for those who are interested in enrolling for the academic year. This summer program is promoted by Father Robert De Ceasear, and Father Paul Silva.

References

External links

Official Website of Sacred Heart Apostolic School
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