PHILOSOPHY:
We
believe that the ideal goal of each human being’s growth is to become as
perfect a person as his native potential allows.
This includes the maximum development of his spiritual,
intellectual, moral, psychological, physical, aesthetic and social
capacity, so that his total personhood is encompassed in his growth as a
unique human being.
We
believe that our primary goal is to help each individual to freely choose
his value system with knowledge and inner conviction, so that these
values, enhanced by positive Christian attitudes, will help him to
determine his principles of conduct in order to live a good Christian life
on this earth and to enjoy God’s presence for all eternity.
Spiritual Goals
and Objectives
Goal:
To encourage our students to develop a relationship with God,
to love and respect one another, and to recognize their Catholic Christian
values, as well as their dignity, uniqueness, and potential within the
church community.
Objectives:
- To provide opportunities for our students’
spiritual formation through prayer, liturgies, integrated religious
instruction, and Christian service.
- To model courtesy, generosity, sharing, and
love through mutual respect and acceptance of others.
- To direct our students to accept the
consequences of their own moral decisions.
- To model reverence at prayer time so that our
students can concentrate during their communication time with God.
Academic Goals and
Objectives
Goal:
To challenge each student to grow according to his/her intellectual
ability, to inspire a self-motivated desire for knowledge, and to provide
students with the necessary academic skills to succeed in a rapidly
changing world.
Objectives:
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To
teach each child to develop analytical thinking and reasoning
processes, while encouraging creativity and communicative skills.
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To
provide an opportunity for each student to grow intellectually
according to their individual capabilities.
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To
utilize a variety of teaching styles such as learning cooperatively,
hands-on activities, group projects and independent work to provide
many opportunities for success.
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To
use methods of instruction that will motivate students to acquire
basic skills needed to read, communicate, compute, study, think
critically and solve problems.
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To
provide positive reinforcement to encourage achievement.
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To
assign age-appropriate homework to reinforce skills taught in class.
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To
develop basic writing skills for effective communication.
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To
maintain communication with parents regarding the development of the
child.
Physical
Goals and Objectives
Goal:
To develop basic
principles of health, physical fitness, nutrition, safety and good
sportsmanship within the curricular programs.
We encourage a sense of responsibility, self-worth, and
self-assurance.
Objectives:
- To
provide a well-planned and organized physical education program so
that all students can participate in a variety of physical activities.
- To
contribute to each child’s well-being by offering a hot lunch
program, regular screenings in vision, hearing and scoliosis, and to
encourage good hygiene, personal care and proper nutrition.
- To
offer a variety of extra-curricular sports and activities.
- To
teach the value of responsibility and team spirit through good
sportsmanship, and to foster desirable social and emotional behavior
in athletic events and recreational activities.
Social
Goals and Objectives
Goal:
To help each student
experience school as a supportive Catholic community where all will accept
love, and interact in a Christian manner.
We strive to develop the student’s self-esteem and respect,
emphasizing the self-worth and uniqueness of each individual.
We work together to foster acceptance of everyone, regardless of
differences in personality, appearance, ability, and ethnic background.
We encourage the students to appreciate friendships, to cooperate
with others and to be an integral member of their homes, parishes, and
communities.
Objectives:
- To
encourage students to develop a respect for each other in their
interpersonal relationships.
- To
encourage leadership skills, responsibilities, and Christian service
through participating in school, parish, and community activities.
- To
lead students to be responsible and capable citizens of the community.
- To
encourage the use of good manners in their everyday lives, always
striving to project a Christ-like demeanor.
Psychological
Goals
Goal:
To create a nurturing
environment in which each child is recognized as a unique individual, with
strengths, talents, and limitations – a gift of God.
Objectives:
- To
encourage students to express ideas, thoughts, and opinions in an open
and honest manner.
- To
provide varied means of expression through art, music, creative
writing, and discussion.
- To
present a sequentially developed program in language arts, science,
social studies, and mathematics that will prepare students for higher
learning.
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