School Learning Expectations

Our school philosophy states, “All Souls Catholic School is a community of faith where we believe that each child is a unique creation of God, blessed with a special set of talents and gifts.” All member of the school community work in partnership to guide each child in the development of his/her potential. It is our goal therefore, to graduate students who are:

ACTIVE CHRISTIANS who

know the teachings of Christ and the Catholic Church and basic prayers
share their time and resources in the service of others
use their moral conscience to make decisions in the light of Gospel values
participate in communal Liturgical celebrations

CONFIDENT COMMUNICATORS who

express themselves effectively through writing, oral communication, and technology
speak articulately and with integrity
listen critically and compassionately
use all forms of communication respectfully and responsibly

FULLY INTEGRATED INDIVIDUALS who

utilize their own unique gifts and talents and appreciate the unique gifts and talents of others
exhibit a sense of self worth acquired through learning and life experiences
work independently and collaboratively
possess skills in extra curricular areas and exhibit a positive attitude

LIFE LONG LEARNERS who

possess a solid foundation of basic skills with which to communicate effectively and solve problems independently
demonstrate curiosity and enthusiasm for learning while thinking critically and creatively
recognize and utilize their own strengths and weaknesses as guidelines for self-improvement and enrichment
apply organizational and study skills to promote success in the classroom and beyond

RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS who

assume responsibility for their own actions
understand the need for different points of view in making well-informed decisions
possess the social skills necessary for collaboration and problem solving
appreciate the diversity of society as well as their personal heritage
express awareness regarding and concern for local and global issues