“Community is at the heart of Christian education, not simply as a concept to
be learned, but as a reality to be lived,” (To Teach As Jesus Did, 23).
We, the administration and faculty of Saint Clement
Elementary School, in preparing our youth to meet the challenges of Christian
commitment in today’s society, see our educational purpose as being threefold:
To challenge our students to develop sound moral and ethical values;
To enable our students to flourish as individuals; and,
To participate in the process of quality education.
Because of our size, Saint Clement Elementary School has a
unique atmosphere. For us it is truly
possible for each and every student and staff member to relate personally with
all the other members of the school community.
We are more than just a community; we are, in fact, a family.
As a family, we are able to create an atmosphere wherein
each person, in keeping with his or her own uniqueness, is nurtured and
encouraged in pursuit of individual growth, understanding and academic
achievement.
Together, we have joined in creating a climate wherein each
person’s potential to grow can be realized because each is accepted as a unique
person. While we recognize the
importance of the gifts and talents of each individual, we also value the importance
of our growing together as a family.We
dedicate ourselves to promoting peace and justice in every aspect of our daily
lives in school, our homes and in the communities in which we live.
This handbook is designed to provide students, teachers and
parents/guardians with information concerning our academic program, school
activities, and school policies. It is
essential that all students and parents/guardians read this document carefully
in order to gain a clear understanding of our commitment to education and our
broader commitment to the values expressed in the Gospel of Jesus.
While it is essential that all members of the school
community support and abide by these policies, I continue to solicit your
suggestions for improving our programs and activities.
Your active involvement is not only
encouraged and welcomed; it is essential for the success of our school and all
of our students.
I look forward to working with you throughout the coming
school year!
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Mr. Robert G. Chevrier
Principal |
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