Guiding Principles

In order to achieve the purpose of the Catholic School System, students will:

• • Model their lives on the teachings of Jesus through prayer, respect for life, practice of self-discipline and responsible decision making;

  • Participate in Church life, especially in the sacraments, liturgy and service;

  • Demonstrate the effective use and application of computational skills and mathematical concepts;

  • Demonstrate the effective use of technological and informational resources;

  • Demonstrate the effective use of scientific methods and scientific concepts;

  • Exhibit the knowledge of our country's democratic process, history and cultural diversity needed to become active citizens within our country and global community;

  • Express themselves creatively through the fine arts;

  • Demonstrate personal and social skills needed for spiritual, physical and emotional wellness;

  • Develop and practice skills needed for preparation for interpersonal relationships in family, community and careers;

  • Demonstrate a desire for continuous self-directed learning.

Accountability Statements

A commitment of support from the school and parish community is essential to fulfill the purpose and goals of our mission. To this end, certain responsibilities are accepted.

Students will:

• • Show respect for the Catholic ideals on which the school is centered; and,

  • Maintain an attitude of accountability for their learning; and 

  • Cooperate in a positive/kind manner with school personnel and other students

  • Abide by policies and procedures as outlined in the Parent/Student Handbook.

Parents/Guardians will:

• • Model Christian behaviors and attitudes, including fulfillment of the Sunday obligation and active participation in the Sacraments and in ongoing faith formation;

  • Partner with and Support the efforts of the parish and school in the education of their child(ren);

  • Share talent and time with the parish and/or school;

  • As their child's first teacher, encourage and help them to learn

  • Promote regular attendance and punctuality;

  • Provide an appropriate environment and schedule adequate time for completion of schoolwork;

  • Maintain Christian decorum in all communication with school personnel and other members of the school community.

  • Holy Trinity Catholic School reserves the right to reevaluate a student’s enrollment based on parental behaviors that violate this policy.

    • • Abide by policies and procedures as outlined in the Parent/Student Handbook

Faculty will:

• • Model Christian behaviors and attitudes; this includes positive/kind interaction with all Holy Trinity stakeholders;

  • Display professional attitudes and a dedication to Church teaching;

  • Participate in ongoing spiritual and professional formation;

  • Use instructional strategies that are most effective in promoting mastery of learning;

  • Communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, teachers and administrators;

  • Present content using a variety of methods that are sensitive to the individual needs of our students as well as the diocesan curriculum outcomes;

  • Maintain a classroom conducive to learning;

  • Follow the teacher dress code as outlined in the staff handbook;

  • Challenge students to learn;

    • • Uphold policies and procedures as outlined in the Parent/Student Handbook.

Administrators will:

• • • • Model Christian behaviors and attitudes; this includes positive/kind interaction with all Holy Trinity stakeholders;

  • Serve along with the pastor as the administrator of the school. He or she consults with the pastor on all major policies and decisions;

  • Promote the spiritual development of the school.

  • Develop, understand, communicate, and protect the mission of the school;

  • Identify personnel needs, supervise and make decisions regarding staffing, employment, and contract renewal for all employees;

  • Provide leadership in curriculum development and instruction;

  • Provide leadership for continual improvement, long-range planning, and goal setting;

  • Prepare the budget and manage the school within budget guidelines;

  • Represent the school as a spokesperson to the media, parishes, alumni, and parent groups;

  • Maintain effective communication with the pastor and parents;

  • Serve as an ex-officio member of the School Advisory Council, School Development Committee, and School Volunteer League;

  • Develop relationships and contribute positively to the broader educational community (e.g. other parish education programs for children and adults, school office committees, public schools, State Dept. of Education, Cognia);

  • Develop local procedures and policies; implement Archdiocesan policies and governmental requirements; and maintain school accreditation.

  • Communicate with the School Office regarding issues that arise in the school;

  • Oversee the physical plant and equipment of the school and maintain a safe environment;

    • • Uphold by policies and procedures as outlined in the Parent/Student Handbook.

School Advisory Council Members will:

• • Model Christian behavior and attitudes;

  • Provide two-way communication among school, parents/guardians, and parish;

  • Advise on the formation of policies;

  • Support decisions regarding the implementation of policies;

  • Participate in long-range planning to extend Catholic Education into the future.

Pastors will:

• Endeavor, as a faith community, to promote quality Catholic education;

• Encourage the highest quality of education and faith development.

Parishes will:

• Endeavor, as a faith community, to promote quality Catholic education;

• Ensure sufficient financial assistance to enable educational opportunities for all families within the parish;

• Provide salaries and benefits to Catholic school educators that reflect the social justice teachings of the Church.

Vatican Council II Documents: Christian Education

Knowing that example speaks louder than words; it is important to keep in mind that it is a parental responsibility to give witness to Christian values. In addition to the example, other responsibilities are:

• To encourage your child to obey the regulations and principles of good behavior;

• To provide adequate places for study and encourage completion of assignments;

• To encourage the development of your child's individual talents and interests;

• To build religious celebration and family prayer into your daily life;

• To keep the school informed of the special needs of your child;

• To read all communication sent to the home by the school;

• To attend conferences and to request additional information as needed;

• To support the regulations within this handbook.