About the School
Mission Statement
St. Margaret Mary Catholic School is an enthusiastic, faith-filled Catholic community committed to strong academic standards and Christian values. We are called to - Develop a strong academic curriculum that integrates Christian values and Catholic traditions. Provide varied opportunities for students, staff and parents that support each other. Encourage participation in varied religious experiences which will help to develop faith and a relationship with God. Foster a sense of self-giving following Jesus' example.
Philosophy of St. Margaret Mary School
As participants in the mission of St. Margaret Mary Parish, our school promotes Catholic traditions and values through a faith-integrated curriculum. We provide a strong academic foundation based on standards in a nurturing environment.
SPIRITUAL
- Foster faith formation
- Impart a Gospel vision
- Provide liturgical/prayer experiences.
INTELLECTUAL
- Promote high academic standards
- Accommodate different learning styles
- Evaluate curriculum, instruction, and assessment
- Continue professional development of teachers
SOCIAL
- Provide positive motivational discipline
- Strive for communication and cooperation among students, teachers and parents
- Encourage respect for self, others and property
- Develop a strong academic curriculum that integrates Christian values and Catholic traditions
- Provide varied opportunities for students, staff and parents to support each other.
- Encourage participation in varied religious experiences which will help to develop faith and relationship with God.
- Foster a sense of self-giving following Jesus’ example
PSYCHOLOGICAL
- Provide a respectful and stable environment within a diverse population
- Assess special needs and make appropriate referrals
PHYSICAL
- Provide physical education instruction
- Provide recreational activities in a safe, healthy environment
Philosophy of Religious Education
We embrace an integral, holistic religious formation of students. We recognize that meaningful religious instruction is grounded in the sacred through the blending of religion and spirituality. The shared faith and values of the entire school community permeates every aspect of teaching and learning. We encourage a partnership with parents for the ongoing process of religious formation. We hope to teach as Jesus taught so that students will:
- Build on personal life experiences
- Discover truth for themselves
- Learn Catholic doctrine and tradition
- Acquire moral values, attitudes and behavior
- Practice what they learn
- Experience prayer in various forms
- Participate in joyous liturgies and service experiences
- Incorporate Catholic social teachings into daily living