St Francis of Assisi School

Jackie Morgan
Email: jjmorg@attbi.com

President of the Guild Joseph Peters
Email: Joseph_Peters@lotus.com

St Francis of Assisi School

Philosphy and Goals

The primary purpose of all Catholic education is to fulfill the mandate of Jesus, ''Go - make disciples of all nations, baptize them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit . . . teaching them to observe all whatsoever I have commanded you . . .'' - Matthew, 28 19-20.

The faculty of St. Francis of Assisi School has a goal to instill into the heart of each child, knowledge and love of God, and acceptance of self, and respect for others. With the good example and cooperation of their parents, we hope to prepare our students for the ''more abundant life'' Christ came to give.

Each Student should then:

1. Develop an appreciation of the personal worth and dignity of every individual, including self.

2. Learn to witness Christ at home, in parish community and in civic life.

3. Develop a priority of values based on the teaching of Christ and His church.

4. Participate in the sacramental liturgical life of the church.

5. Gain and use the knowledge to think independently and make judgements based on Christian values.

6. Master the academic skills and work habits necessary for higher studies and everyday living.

7. Learn to accept change and use it intelligently and creatively.

8. Value the arts, finding in their expression the beauty and depth of normal, healthy, happy living and a reflection of God, Himself.

9. Acquire appropriate behaviors, attitudes, values and knowledge necessary for physical, social, intellectual and spiritual well being.

The philosophy was developed through studies of -To Teach as Jesus Did, Vatican II, Encyclical on Peace and Justice - and current church documents.

St. Francis of Assisi School is accredited by the Archdiocese of Boston. This on going process challenges the school to maintain a program of excellence and accountability.