Philosophy and Goals

St. Mary’s Catholic School functions under the premise that students enrolled in this school have the ability to learn. Learning is a life long process, and this process begins in the grade levels that are included in our school program. The child’s ability levels will change each time the student encounters a new learning experience.

This school incorporates high expectations for the escalation of the student’s ability level as he/she successfully approaches and completes learning experiences. The overall educational mission is aimed at the growth of the student’s spiritual, moral, intellectual, social, cultural, physical, and the evidence of self-respect.

Religious education forms the cornerstone for life. Students learn the teachings, traditions, and practices of the Roman Catholic Church, the relevance of scripture, the teachings of Jesus Christ, and the promise of salvation.

Academic education focuses on the intellectual development of the student as he/she advances through a variety of learning experiences.

Cognitive development is sequential and exploratory as designed in the planned program of curriculum and instruction.

Social and cultural developments result from an organized plan of student appreciation and involvement in school, parish, and community activities. These activities are presented in both inter-curricular and extra-curricular arenas. Students participate in music, literature, and art activities that promote creativity and an appreciation of aesthetic values.

Physical education strengthens the energies of the body, focuses on healthy life style choices, contributes to self-confidence, and promotes a cooperative team spirit. Discipline focuses on the respect for oneself and for others. Incorporation of gospel values is used to set positive examples for Christian behavior and to build a true sense of social justice.

Self-discipline is the ultimate goal for all students as they experience age appropriate consequences for actions and responsibilities.

“Be it known to all who enter here, that Christ is the reason for our school, the unseen but ever present teacher in our classes, the model of our faculty, and the inspiration of our students.”