Sacred Heart Elementary School has an Advisory Council which is an consultative body to the principal and the Pittsburgh East Regional Catholic Elementary School board. The Advisory Council consists of the principal, at least one representative from the Parent-Teacher Guild (PTG), at least one representative from the Sacred Heart Athletic Association (SHAA), and five additional members appointed by the principal.
The Advisory Council has five areas of involvement: Spirituality and Ministry, Finance and Development, Recruitment and Retention, Grounds and Buildings, and Public Relations.