St. John Bosco School Mission Statement

Mission Statement

St. John Bosco School Mission Statement

The St. John Bosco School Community provides a challenging academic program within a Catholic environment.

Educational Goals and Objectives
In order to foster this mission, the administration and faculty commit themselves to the following objectives:

be fully accredited through the State of Ohio Board of Education
be fully certified in religious education
show acceptance of each student regardless of religion, race, color, sex, or national origin
respect confidential information concerning students and/or their home
demonstrate competency and professionalism in their performance
be supportive of one another in their commitment to professionalism
be supportive of parents in their roles as the primary educators of children; utilizing every means to maintain and increase communication between the home and school
manifest Christian commitment and loyalty to each other, the school, to God and country

In order to foster these beliefs, the student should:

express their individuality and find acceptance in a cooperative atmosphere
recognize their individual talents as coming from God, yet accept the responsibility of developing these talents to become a productive member of the school and community
grow competent in decision making, develop a sense of responsibility to self and others
learn and apply basic truths of Catholic faith to daily living, participate actively in Liturgical events
be aware of Christian values and acquire the self-discipline needed to live them
perceive life as one of personal service - to God, family, Church , school and country
provide opportunity to experience community so as to be able to build community
to acquire basic skills
learn to think independently, be capable of making sound judgements based on Christian principles
use the communication arts effectively in life situations
become aware of mathematics as a practical aid to life experiences
develop a sound body through a health and physical fitness program
appreciate art and music as a vital and necessary part of emotional growth and development
develop desirable attitudes and behavior in interpersonal relationships
learn to live intelligently with change

Student Code of Ethics

to respect all teachers, staff, and visitors in the school and their possessions
to respect fellow students and their possessions
to observe courteously the rules of traffic in hallways, stairways, classrooms, on school grounds
to demonstrate good sportsmanship
to be neat and clean in person, dress and thought
to participate fully and be attentive during classes, assemblies, and school activities on and off campus following the behavior of St. John Bosco School
to refrain from using language of a profane or vulgar nature
to work at all times toward self-improvement