St. Francis Xavier School at 2 Xavier Circle, Birmingham, AL 35213 US - Statement of Objectives
| Statement of Objectives |
Recognizing the dignity of each individual, St. Francis Xavier believes that every person deserves the best possible education, one which is suited to their special needs and one which is thoroughly Christian. Changes in society, living patterns, and economic conditions have affected student motivation and readiness to learn and the school's objectives must reflect this. A. Provisions for Spiritual and Moral Needs 1. To provide a well-planned religious instruction program in each grade. B. Provisions for Intellectual Needs 1. To emphasize the mastery of basic skills. C. Provisions for Emotional Growth 1. To assist each student in the development of a good self-image. D. Provisions for Social and Cultural Needs 1. To develop citizens who will understand and perpetuate the basic values of our democracy and will carry with them a deep sense of loyalty and pride in the E. Provisions for Physical Needs 1. To maintain a well-balanced program of physical fitness. · Includes Kindergarten through Eighth grade · Is accredited by the Southern Association of Schools and Colleges · Is a member of the National Catholic Education Association · Aims to offer "Excellence in Education" at all levels of instruction · Maintains a staff of highly qualified and certified teachers · Provides a warm and caring atmosphere in a Catholic, Christian environment · Has an active and supportive Home & School Association · Religious instruction at all levels is a priority · Full academic program at all grade levels meets the standards and policies of the Diocesan School System and Southern Association Accrediting Agency · Maintains a staff of highly qualified teachers and school counselor · Departmental instruction and enrichment classes in grades 5 - 8 · Physical Education, Art Education, and Health Education for grades K - 8 · Computer Education grades K - 8, full time computer teacher · 10 classrooms, 3 Special Purpose Rooms for Art, Music, Health, Computers, Enrichment and a fully automated media center · Computer Lab with new computers, Internet, and networking capabilities · Full-sized gymnasium · Lunchroom Facilities · Parish Hall, Church and Chapel · Tuition-based program · Annual registration and curriculum fees · Textbooks and uniforms purchased by parents · Sports Program · Scouting Program
2. To maintain an atmosphere conducive to the development of Christian values that will influence the student throughout life.
3. To provide for regular participation in liturgical and para-liturgical celebrations.
4. To encourage participation in all aspects of Parish Life.
5. To enhance relationships between students in the Parish School of Religion and the
2. To individualize our programs to better accommodate each person's capacity for learning.
3. To create a learning environment which stimulates the development of an inquiring mind.
4. To evaluate each student's growth and achievement regularly
5. To work with parents of primary grade children to ensure optimum school readiness.
6. To provide information, assessment and referrals for students with possible learning or emotional disorders.
2. To provide activities within the school that give the students opportunities to succeed.
3. To establish an atmosphere that provides a feeling of security at school.
4. To recognize the differences between children and accept children as they are.
5. To acknowledge effort and work consistent with ability.
6. To maintain discipline in such a manner that students understand that freedom involves responsibility and that self control is a necessary attribute for personal development.
7. To proved support for students and parents experiencing single parenthood
2. To provide opportunities for children to observer democratic living in the school community.
3. To encourage a strong sense of belonging to the school and community.
4. To form a sense of social awareness and responsibility in all areas of life, so as to enable the student to achieve future goals beyond elementary school.
5. To establish a sense of civic responsibility through a good understanding of our social institutions and their purposes and contributions.
6. To instill a sense of acceptance and appreciation of all cultures.
7. To furnish opportunities for aesthetic development through cultural activities supplementary to the regular curriculum.
8. To encourage the family to participate in school functions, to help with school projects and to serve as resources.
2. To provide organized sports activities appropriate for each grade level.
3. To establish free play periods.
4. To create an environment that is sufficiently comfortable to allow optimum achievement of student and teacher potential.
5. To provide screening, as necessary, to protect and encourage healthy physical development. Our Vision
To Provide Excellence in Education, Inspired by the Teachings and Examples of Jesus Christ.
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