FAITH-BASED DISCIPLESHIP: Students will ... * deepen their personal relationship with Jesus Christ. * actively experience a community of faith in the school and parish. * know and understand the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. * be able to see the presence of God in the events and experiences of their lives. * make choices based on the Catholic faith. *appreciate and experience worship and prayer. CHRISTIAN LIVING: Through his/her Baptismal call to holiness, each student will strive to become... *a person of integrity. *a person of compassion and forgivenness. *a person of courage and justice willing to confront wrongs. *a person who respects self and others. .*a person of service. .*a person of collaboration. INTRA-PERSONAL SKILLS: Students will ... *recognize how they learn. *know how to be reflective. *have personal care and respect for their body. *understand and appreciate their personal gifts. *demonstrate personal responsibility, understanding that choices have consequences. *be flexible. GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE: Students will... *demonstrate an understanding of the Catholic Social Principles. *understand how political systems work and their responsibility to participate in them. *recognize and challenge oppression and exploitation. *learn to contribute time, talent, and treasure for the good of others. *demonstrate an understanding of and respect for other cultures and languages. CRITICAL THINKING: Based on Christian values, students will... *evaluate and interpret what is seen, read, and heard. *make informed decisions. *develop and apply problem-solving strategies. *lean to question their world through higher-order thinking skills. *listen actively with the intent to understnad. *clearly articulate thoughts and ideas. CREATIVITY: Students will... *exhibit an appreciation of the arts. *express ideas and talents in a variety of situations and environments. *recognize and respect others' expressions of creativity. *be empowered to be creative. *recognize their creative gifts and talents.