St. Catherine of Siena School

Mission Statement

St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School,
Finding its source and summit in the Eucharist,
Unites with parents and parish,
To model the teachings of Jesus Christ in daily actions,
And to provide  for children an education
That forms and enlightens spirit, mind and body.

Vision and Purpose

St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School, as a unified body, grounded in its faith in Jesus Christ, extends the teaching mission of the Church to educate children in the love and joy of our Savior.  Students from Kindergarten to Eighth Grade are challenged and inspired to achieve spiritual growth, academic excellence, and social awareness.  Administration, Faculty and Staff accept the challenge to recognize and support the diverse talents and needs of all students whose families have entrusted their education to this parish school. Encouraged to begin discernment of their vocation now, they will be prepared to lead and light the way for their fellow Catholics into the new millennium.

Philosophy and Beliefs

We believe:

• Parents are the primary educators of their child, and it is a privilege to share in this sacred responsibility.
• Catholic identity can and should be taught in a Catholic school; it is indeed the primary function of a Catholic school.
• Children should be respectful of all persons and their cultural and religious traditions.
• Parental involvement in school activities benefits students.
• Education should be a vibrant experience that promotes healthy growth in all areas of human development.
• Each student is a valued individual with unique gifts and needs.
• As members of the Body of Christ each person in the school community is expected to use and share their gifts for the good of the whole Body.
• Children learn best when they are provided with a variety of learning opportunities and instructional approaches in a safe and orderly environment.
• The most successful environment for learning is one where parents, teachers and administrators work together as a team for the good of the students.
• The love of God, neighbor, and respect of self, are sound and just bases for living.
• Learning is a lifelong enriching endeavor.