Mission/Philosophy

Mission
St. Clare is a Catholic, parish-school community, rooted in Gospel values and dedicated to the spiritual and educational development of the whole child.

Philosophy

• To teach as Jesus taught is the foundation on which the Catholic identity of St. Clare School is based.
• We strive to be a community of faith, love, and respect for creation, others and self, where our children learn about God by what is taught and by example.
• We nurture our children’s relationship with God through opportunities for liturgy, prayer, celebration, and the expression of Gospel values through community service.
• We collaborate with parents, the primary educators of our children, to ensure that thoroughness of instruction and respect for each child encourages the spiritual, intellectual, physical, and emotional development of the child.
• We challenge our children to use their abilities to achieve academic excellence, to be life-long learners, and to embrace their future with hope.

Learning Expectations

A Faith-filled Person who …

• participates in liturgies and prayer experiences, celebrating and living our faith in community
• demonstrates knowledge of scripture, sacraments, prayer, and liturgy in the Catholic tradition
• respects and appreciates nature, culture, and other people as part of God’s creation
• models Christian behavior through sound moral judgment and community service outreach
• acts as a peacemaker and respects self and others

An Effective Communicator who …

• communicates clearly through oral, visual, written, and technological assignments
• communicates, listens, and shows respect in personal interactions
• recognizes the effect of non-verbal communications

A Responsible Citizen who …

• lives out the values and teaching of Jesus
• strives to be honest, helpful, kind, and forgiving
• accepts responsibility for one’s own actions
• is aware of issues and respects diversity in the community, nation, and world
• works to alleviate injustice through service to others

A Life-long Learner who …

• demonstrates a desire to consistently grow spiritually, physically, emotionally, and academically
• exhibits knowledge and appreciation of all subject areas
• works independently and collaboratively to achieve short and long-term goals
• uses self-reflection to learn from one’s successes and mistakes
• applies an assortment of problem-solving strategies and critical thinking skills in daily life