2.01 Mission Statement and Philosophy

Mission Statement

Preparing students to achieve their greatest potential in a nurturing and Christ-centered community.

Vision

In partnership with parents and the parish community, Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary School provides a quality Catholic education that lays the foundation for a life-long commitment of service and participation in our faith and an academically enriched experience that prepares students for the challenges of the future.

Philosophy

We Believe:

• Catholic schools exist to integrate faith, life, and culture.

• Parents are the first, most important educators, and that their beliefs, values and actions are the primary and strongest influence on children’s lives.

• The function of elementary education is to build a strong foundation of basic skills, work habits, and character development in preparation for higher education and for life.

• Students learn best in an atmosphere of loving acceptance of their unique given qualities.

• Students must work hard to do their best, and must strive to their full potential as Christian members of their community.

• A Catholic education leads students to be academic achievers, good citizens, Christ-centered, and true stewards of God’s creation.

Motto

Learn. Pray. Become