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The St. Paul the Apostle School community initiated an in-depth examination into what students, parents, and teachers saw as the true purpose of the educational process. The results have become an integral part of the school's objectives in educating each student. These expectations are called Schoolwide Learning Epectation or SLEs. The goal of each parent, teacher and staff member at St. Paul the Apostle School is to guide and support each student in their pursuit of these learning results. The education St. Paul the Apostle School provides is designed to help each child become:

A FAITH-FILLED PERSON WHO:

  • Demonstrates Catholic Christian values and attitudes by modeling them in everyday life..
  • Participates actively in a faith community.
  • Knows the basic fundamental beliefs of his/her faith.
  • Showa an ongoing, personal relationship with God through prayer.
  • Shows compassion towards others by a willingness to share time, talent and treasure.
  • Makes Decisions according to an informed conscience.

A CONTRIBUTING MEMBER OF SOCIETY WHO:

  • Exhibits a confidence in his/her values as an individual with the potential to make a difference.
  • Appreciates diverse cultures and opinions.
  • Demonstrates positive citizenship and leadership.by contributes to the welfare of others by volunteering for community, country and the democratic process.

A SELF-DIRECTED PERSON WHO:

  • Exhibits a personal responsibility for learning and for his/her actions.
  • Displays an enthusiasm to be a life-long learner.
  • Sets goals and implements a course of action to achieve them.
  • Exhibits self-reliance by seeing what needs to be done and responding appropriately.
  • Makes choices based on acquired knowledge and Christian values.
  • Exhibits self-awareness by seeking help when needed.

A CRITICAL THINKER WHO:

  • Has a strong academic foundation.
  • Uses technology to synthesize and evaluate new information.
  • Implements appropriate strategies to analyze, interpret, solve and evaluate various problems.Identifies real-life problems and chooses the most effective means of solving them.
  • Questions and answers objectively, analytically, and appropriately .Evaluates and criticizes his/her own thinking strategies (or metacognitive abilities).

AN EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR WHO:

  • Utilizes all available tools for communication.
  • Articulates thoughts clearly, accurately, and creatively using both verbal and written expressions.
  • Listens actively, is receptive to new ideas and can dialogue with others.
  • Formulates meaningful questions and assesses information.
  • Expresses acquired knowledge on a wide variety of subjects.
  • Works cooperatively and collaborates in a variety of situations.

AN AESTHETICALLY AWARE INDIVIDUAL WHO:

  • Demonstrates an appreciation for the creative expression of others (music, literature, visual and performing arts)
  • Recognizes, appreciates and respect the beauty of God's creation.
  • Participates in and enjoys the artistic process as well as the results.
  • Idnetifies his/her own potential for creativity.

A HEALTH CONSCIOUS INDIVIDUAL WHO:

  • Maintains and shos respect for the emotional, mental, spiritual and physical health for oneself and others.
  • Is educated in the value of good nutrition and exercise for the sake of good health and positive self-image.
  • Can ccommunicate an understanding of substance abuse; its negative effects and consewquences..
  • Express a healthy understanding of human sexuality.

 

 
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