ST. CLEMENT OF ROME

EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY

 

The educational mission of the Catholic Church seeks to prepare her members to hear, live and
proclaim the Gospel Message. St. Clement of Rome School is committed to the instruction of the
whole Christian person in both formal and informal educational settings which develop Catholic
virtues and the skills and knowledge needed for life.

Parents are called as first educators of their children in faith and knowledge. Parents and
teachers, through evangelization and in partnership, share principles of the Gospel, promote
authentic Christian engagement in the world, and help to strengthen Catholic identity. The faculty and staff are lifelong learners, dedicated to faith formation and excellence in academics and communication. The individual needs of students are met, while nurturing each student’s God given talents and gifts. The curriculum maintains high academic standards and nurtures the
development of a lifelong love of learning. Students are actively engaged through the use of a
variety of instructional methods and emerging technologies that promote collaboration and
higherlevel thinking skills in an everchanging world. Students are made aware of their role as
members of the Catholic community through celebration of the Eucharist, teaching of Catholic
doctrine, Catholic teaching on social justice, participation in liturgy and worship, preparation for the sacraments, and involvement in service.

The parish generously shares responsibility for creating a community of faith and provides
Christian witness, resources, and leadership which support the educational mission.