Mission Statement

The mission of St. John Fisher School, a Catholic Community, is to partner with the family in educating and developing the whole child.

Philosophy

In the spirit of its Mission Statement, St. John Fisher School will: 

• foster a Catholic community in which worship, Holy Mass, prayer and service is a natural response to our faith that will prepare each child to take a Christ-like role in society.

• plan and provide quality, student-centered, academic environment that encourages each child to develop as a lifelong learner.

• partner with the family, the primary educators of their children, to develop skills in preparation for life.

• promote a sense of personal integrity, responsibility, and independence that further develops each child’s God-given talents.

Schoolwide Learning Expectations

As a St. John Fisher student, I am an active Christian because:

• I continue to explore and nurture my personal relationship with God and his son Jesus Christ.
• I live the values of Christ through prayer, action and service.
• I learn the teachings and practices of the Catholic faith.
• I participate in my school and parish communities.

As a St. John Fisher student, I am an engaged learner because:

• I possess a solid foundation in all academic subjects and develop an appreciation for the arts.
• I exhibit organization, responsibility and effort in all my work.
• I think critically and solve problems independently.

As a St. John Fisher student, I am a responsible citizen in my school, local and global environments because:

• I value and respect the difference among God’s people.
• I resolve conflict peacefully.
• I am cognizant of local, national and global issues and positively contribute to my community.

As a St. John Fisher student, I am an effective communicator because:

• I listen with respect while working with others.
• I express thoughtful opinions and speak with purpose, confidence and poise.
• I effectively use technology to learn and communicate with others.
• I write with clarity, skill and meaning.

As a St. John Fisher Student, I am a self-aware individual because:

• I demonstrate self-control and cooperative and responsible behavior.

• I respect myself through maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

• I set goals, work towards them and assess my progress.