Philosophy & Goals

Our Philosophy & Goals

Philosophy
Catholic education has as its aim to teach the Gospel message of Jesus Christ and to provide quality education. The American Bishops in the Pastoral Letter, To Teach As Jesus Did, articulated that in a special way the Catholic School is the unique setting in which this ideal can be realized. To follow the Bishops' call, Saint John the Evangelist School strives to teach the Gospel Message of Christ and to enable each student to achieve his/her fullest potential. This potential is reached through education that takes place in the religious, intellectual, social, cultural, and physical aspects of life.

Goals
We strive to live out our philosophy and achieve our goals by the following:

Religious Goals
Teaching of Catholic doctrine and instruction in Christian living;
Providing faith experience such as daily prayer, Mass, children's liturgies, and sacramental preparation;
Strengthening the spirit of family life through family programs and parent contact.

Intellectual Goals
Employing a faculty whose members specialize in specific academic and cultural areas;
Meeting curriculum guidelines with appropriate time allotments and proper grouping;
Reviewing the staff, curriculum and facilities in an effort to meet student needs;
Offering inservice workshops to teachers so that they may stay abreast of current issues within their field.

Social Goals
Fostering a code of Christian social behavior;
Experiencing field trips, activities, and group projects;
Providing special lunch days for teachers and students;
Encouraging parents and other community members to volunteer for school programs.

Physical Goals
Providing a weekly program in physical education;
Organizing annual field day activities;
Instructing in health, hygiene, good grooming, nutrition, and the prevention of abuse of alcohol and other drugs.