Schoolwide Learning Expectations (SLEs)
A St. Brendan School student:
SPIRIT
- promotes the Gospel spirit through words and actions
- recognizes and participates in Catholic teachings and traditions
- models Christ-like behavior throughout the school community
MIND
- masters basic skills and strives for academic excellence
- reads, writes, and speaks effectively
- thinks creatively and analytically
- integrates technology effectively and responsibly to enhance learning
HEART
- makes thoughtful choices and solves problems successfully
- respects diversity and maintains an inclusive school culture
- cares for the environment
- responds to global and community needs through acts of service
BODY
- appreciates and cares for own body as a gift from God
- respects the rights of others through courtesy and honesty
- promotes sportsmanship and a dynamic work ethic through physical education and daily play
Responsibilities of the School
It is the responsibility of St. Brendan School to:
- Establish practices and provide staff development training and age-appropriate information for students, designed to create a school environment free from discrimination, intimidation or harassment
- Make all faculty, staff, students, parents/guardians, and volunteers aware of this policy and the commitment of the school toward its strict enforcement
- Remain watchful for conditions that create or may lead to a hostile offensive school environment
Responsibilities of the Student
It is the student's responsibility to:
- Conduct himself or herself in a manner that contributes to a positive school environment
- Avoid any activity that may be considered discriminatory, intimidating, harassing, bullying or hazing
- If possible, inform the other person(s) that the behavior is offensive and unwelcome
- Report all incidents of discrimination, harassment, bullying or hazing to the principal or teacher
- As appropriate, the students involved may be asked to complete a formal, written complaint which will be investigated thoroughly and will involve only the necessary parties. Confidentiality will be maintained as much as possible.
