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Catholic Identity

St. John the Baptist Catholic School is committed to continuous commitment to Catholic identity. 
School Board:
At the request of our pastor, the school board spent a year long study on this topic.  Issues that were explored were:
Catholicity and……..
                Service/Charity
                Catholic Virtues
                Sacraments
                Parent Education
                Prayer
                Scripture

The efforts included board education on the topic and the relationship to current happenings within the school.  At the conclusion of the year, the school board presented the principal with a report outlining its findings

Faculty:
This year we have an early dismissal on day a month for the faculty to have faith formation in the form of a book study conducted by the pastor.  Faculty prayer groups and other in-services continue to promote a deeper understanding and background for teachers in our school.

Students:
Students continue to experience a faith filled school experience.  Our students pray throughout the day, focus on different Gospel values in religion classes and are expected to strive to live like Christ in their dealings with one another.

Parents:
Parents are encouraged to participate in ministries at the parish and receive monthly newsletters to assist with faith formation in the home.  The school is planning one or more evenings where a speaker is brought in to discuss and encourage continued awareness of the role of the parent as the primary person who hands on the faith.

Mission Statement

St. John the Baptist Catholic School is committed to Catholic formation and academic excellence, preparing students to be productive citizens and faith-filled servants of God.

Belief Statements

  • St. John's values and respects each individual as a child of God.
  • St. John's inspires students to grow in their commitment of service to God and others.
  • St. John's offers and encourages opportunities for students to grow spiritually, emotionally, intellectually, and physically.
  • St. John's integrates Catholic Identity and academic excellence through innovative instruction.
  • St. John's enables students to learn through a variety of teaching strategies across the curriculum.
  • St. John's ensures effective education through a partnership among parents, students, teachers, staff, parish, and community.