DISCIPLINE
Real love is demanding. I would fail in my mission if I did not clearly tell you so. For it was Jesus – our Jesus Himself – who said, "You are my friends if you do what I command you" (Jn 15:14). Love demands effort and a personal commitment to the will of God. It means discipline and sacrifice, but it also means joy and human fulfillment." (Blessed John Paul II)
The philosophy and mission statement of our school commits us to the task of providing the very best possible Catholic education for our students in an environment, which is Christian. Students must take their studies seriously. Part of our philosophical belief is that decisions we make in life have consequences. Rules governing dress styles, attendance, homework, tardiness, and behavior in the classroom are intended to assist students to develop self-discipline in both academics and behavior.
Our intention is to help young people grow in the image of Christ. Discipline will always be administered with understanding and compassion. At St. Paul High School we have consequences for those who lie, steal, cheat, damage property, disrespect others, consume or provide harmful substances such as drugs, alcohol, or tobacco. When, however, it becomes evident that students or parents are determined not to cooperate with our system, we will, for the good of our community, ask the student to leave the school.
All major breaches of Catholic moral teaching, including but not limited to abortion, participation in the procurement of an abortion by another and pre-marital co-habitation will result in immediate expulsion.
Students who marry, whether according to the norms of the Catholic Church or otherwise, will have to leave the school immediately.
When a student enrolls, it is understood that the individual and the family agree to comply with the school rules, regulations, policies and procedures. The expectation is that all community members are familiar with the consequences for failing to follow these guidelines. Warnings will not be issued.
