We are a R.E.A.L. Catholic community that nurtures the whole child through
academic excellence, 21st Century innovation and active Catholic stewardship.

Mission and Schoolwide Learning Expectations

Our Mission

Saint John XXIII Roman Catholic School Community is a partnership of parents, students, staff and parish communities that nurtures the growth of the whole child in a Catholic faith-based education through a challenging academic environment.

In this Christ-centered atmosphere, the unique qualities of each student are recognized. Children are encouraged to be life-long learners, and are taught to be active Christian leaders throughout their lives.

Faculty Vision Statement and School Philosophy

  • We know parents are the first and most important teachers and we are the facilitators of their child’s learning.
  • We model and teach with parents that our Catholic faith is a way of life.
  • We support the Saint John XXIII Catholic School Community in its efforts to provide a safe environment.
  • We recognize that every student has gifts and talents to be shared through a Christian Life of faith and service.
  • We use teaching strategies that foster creativity, divergent thinking and problem solving skills.
  • We ensure every student the opportunity to practice a spirit of understanding, peace, justice and compassion.
  • We prepare students to be life-long learners and encourage them to develop to their fullest potential.
  • We commit ourselves to grow professionally as a staff and as individuals to serve the needs of our students.

Student Mission Statement

We are a community that works together, doing our best to be REAL Christian leaders, and together we are many parts in the one body of Christ. A Saint John XXIII Catholic School Community student will be expected to be R.E.A.L.

School-Wide Learning Expectations – R.E.A.L.

Responsible Christian Leader who:

  • attends Mass regularly
  • shows respect for God, others, and all creation
  • demonstrates basic knowledge of the foundations of faith, church teachings, and traditions
  • demonstrates a spirit of service in his/her daily life in family, school, church, and community

Effective Communicator who:

  • listens actively
  • speaks clearly
  • writes concisely and correctly
  • establishes and accomplishes goals cooperatively and resolves conflicts peacefully
  • echoes lessons of faith formation in communicating with others

An Independent Thinker who:

  • uses research skills effectively
  • uses technology effectively
  • follows written and oral directions
  • works cooperatively
  • promotes his/her own physical and emotional health in their school, Church, and community
  • discerns God’s presence through word, sacrament, prayer, forgiveness, reflection and moral living to guide decision making in the secular world

Life-Long Learner who:

  • demonstrates curiosity and enthusiasm for learning
  • plans, sets, and works toward goals effectively
  • assesses personal strengths and areas for improvement
  • displays his/her own God-given gifts and talents
  • pursues continued opportunities for their faith formation