Spiritual

Belief Statements/Philosophy
• Christ is present within each child.
• A love of God’s word and a close relationship to Christ is developed through the Mass, reception of the sacraments, prayer, religion classes, Catholic traditions and service projects.
• Service to others through prayer and acts of charity is an integral part of Catholic education.
• Our purpose is to teach, exemplify and nurture Catholic faith values.
• Faith and values can be nurtured and integrated through our curriculum and activities.
• Development of faith, respect and self-confidence in children are our responsibility in concert with parents.
• Each child is capable of learning.
• Each child has the right to a safe learning environment of mutual respect fostered by appropriate behavior and actions.
• Each child’s dignity is acknowledged by developing the whole child according to her/his unique needs.
• Each child is guided to develop her/his personal talents in order to serve the Church, the community and the world.
• Each child is encouraged to be a creative thinker, leader, problem solver and effective communicator.
• All students are equal regardless of their economic and/or social status.
• Children must be taught to respect differences.
• Participation in the arts is essential in the formation of the whole child.
• Contemporary technology and its application are essential in today’s classrooms.
• In-school and after-school activities provide opportunities to develop children’s talents and interests.
• We are called to educate our students to grow into young adults who have the ability/techniques to cope with life.
• Ongoing professional development is integral to educating children for the future.
• Parent volunteers have a valid place at our school.

Sisters of Saint Joseph

Saint John the Evangelist has been blessed with the presence of the Sisters of Saint Joseph since it opened in 1959. The Sisters affirm their belief that the need for a unique and Christ-centered education on all levels is greater today than ever before. Fully aware of the accelerating changes in society, they work diligently to set our students on an unending pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty. They envision our students growing into men and women able to understand and cope with life, willing to serve others, impelled to worship.