Sacred Heart School volleyball star Abby Slavik makes school and league history with 1,000th spike

KINGSTON, Mass. - Oct. 10, 2018 - PRLog -- Sacred Heart School (www.sacredheartkingston.com), a private, Catholic, co-educational school for students in preschool through grade 12, is thrilled to announce that high school senior Abby Slavik of Plymouth broke all school and Mayflower League records recently when she made her 1,000^th spike.

The Sacred Heart Girls Volleyball team, the Saints, came up against the Westport High School Wildcats during the October 4^th match, with Westport taking the lead early on.  The Saints turned that lead around, ultimately winning the game by 25-18 and placing Slavik in the books with her 1,000^th spike.

"This was an incredible accomplishment by a remarkable young lady," said Sacred Heart Athletic Director Robert Duquette.  "This record will stand for a very long time – the Sacred Heart community is proud of Abby and of the entire team."

About Sacred Heart School

Sacred Heart School is a private, co-educational Catholic school system, providing educational opportunities for students from preschool through grade 12 in 35 communities throughout southeastern Massachusetts and Cape Cod.  As a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Divine Providence, Sacred Heart School strives to inspire minds, define character and encourage responsible leadership through a curriculum that prepares students to pursue knowledge throughout their lives.

Situated on 100 acres with a present enrollment of 725 students, the Sacred Heart campus encompasses an Early Education Center, Elementary School and High School. The school offers a strong liberal arts curriculum and cutting-edge technology programs in combination with extensive athletic, arts and extra-curricular activities to ensure students a well-rounded education.

Founded in 1947, the school has seen many changes since its inception, including the recent construction of a $2 million Science and Innovation Center, upgrades to the Observatory, the addition of a large organic garden, a new robotics program at the kindergarten level and a full complement of beautiful athletic fields and facilities.

The campus is in use throughout the year as the site of several vibrant summer programs, including SHIELD (Sacred Heart Interdisciplinary Education Leadership Development), the school's proprietary summer enrichment program and Camp Morningstar, a long-standing recreational camp with sailing, swimming, sports, games and field trips.

Sacred Heart is proud of its near 100% college acceptance rate and pleased to offer its students opportunities to participate in internship programs with regional financial and technological firms.

Sacred Heart is led by President Sister Myra Rodgers, CDP, who holds Masters degrees in Theology and Music.  High School Principal Michael Gill holds a doctorate in Education.

Sacred Heart School welcomes students of all faiths and diverse backgrounds. The school prides itself in a commitment to developing the whole student, offering an independent school atmosphere and top-tier academics. The Sacred Heart campus is located at 251-399 Bishops Highway, Kingston, MA 02364. For additional information about the school, please visit www.sacredheartkingston.com or call 781-585-7511.

PHOTO:  Sacred Heart high school senior Abby Slavik makes school and Mayflower League history with her 1,000 volleyball spike during Oct. 4^th game against Westport High.