School Learning Expectations

A FAITH-FILLED PERSON WHO…

• Demonstrates Catholic Christian values and attitudes by modeling them in everyday life.
• Participates actively in a faith community.
• Knows the basic fundamental beliefs of his/her faith.
• Shows an ongoing, personal relationship with God through prayer.
• Shows compassion towards others by a willingness to share time, talent and treasure.
• Makes Decisions according to an informed conscience.

A CONTRIBUTING MEMBER OF SOCIETY WHO…

• Exhibits a confidence in his/her values as an individual with the potential to make a difference.
• Appreciates diverse cultures and opinions.
• Demonstrates positive citizenship and leadership by contributing to the welfare of others by volunteering for community, country and the democratic process.

A SELF-DIRECTED PERSON WHO…

• Exhibits a personal responsibility for learning and for his/her actions.
• Displays an enthusiasm to be a life-long learner.
• Sets goals and implements a course of action to achieve them.
• Exhibits self-reliance by seeing what needs to be done and responding appropriately.
• Makes choices based on acquired knowledge and Christian values.
• Exhibits self-awareness by seeking help when needed.

A CRITICAL THINKER WHO…

• Has a strong academic foundation.
• Uses technology to synthesize and evaluate new information.
• Implements appropriate strategies to analyze, interpret, solve and evaluate various problems. Identifies real-life problems and chooses the most effective means of solving them.
• Questions and answers objectively, analytically, and appropriately.
• Evaluates and criticizes his/her own thinking strategies (or meta-cognitive abilities).

AN EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR WHO…

• Utilizes all available tools for communication.
• Articulates thoughts clearly, accurately, and creatively using both verbal and written expressions.
• Listens actively, is receptive to new ideas and can dialogue with others.
• Formulates meaningful questions and assesses information.
• Expresses acquired knowledge on a wide variety of subjects.
• Works cooperatively and collaborates in a variety of situations.

AN AESTHETICALLY AWARE INDIVIDUAL WHO…

• Demonstrates an appreciation for the creative expression of others (music, literature, visual and performing arts)
• Recognizes, appreciates and respect the beauty of God’s creation.
• Participates in and enjoys the artistic process as well as the results.
• Identifies his/her own potential for creativity.

A HEALTH-CONSCIOUS INDIVIDUAL WHO…

• Maintains and shows respect for the emotional, mental, spiritual and physical health for oneself and others.
• Is educated in the value of good nutrition and exercise for the sake of good health and positive self-image.
• Can communicate an understanding of substance abuse; its negative effects and consequences..
• Expresses a healthy understanding of human sexuality.