What does it mean to be a SAINT?
Students at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School are SAINTs. The following are our School-wide Learning Expectations, or SLEs, that our students actively work to emulate:
• For Primary Grades K-4 •
1. Spiritually Active Christians who:
a. know God and strive to live like Jesus.
b. make good choices.
c. sing and say prayers in Church.
d. memorize prayers and pray everyday.
2. Accountable Citizens who:
a. are kind and fair to everyone.
b. listen to everyone’s ideas and talk about their problems.
c. help the needy.
3. Independent Thinkers who:
a. know their talents and work hard.
b. display leadership qualities.
c. practice good manners.
d. participate in different forms of art.
4. Noteworthy Learners who:
a. work by themselves.
b. speak clearly.
c. can read and write.
d. try their best in every subject.
5. Thoughtful Choice Makers who:
a. get involved.
b. try to stay healthy.
c. play well with others.
• For Upper Grades 5-8 •
1. Spiritually Active Christians who:
a. have a dedicated knowledge and uphold the beliefs of their Catholic faith.
b. exhibit Catholic/Christian values through moral decision making.
c. demonstrate a willingness to serve the Church.
d. participate in memorized and spontaneous prayer.
2. Accountable Citizens who:
a. take responsibility for their own actions.
b. understand divergent points of view and resolve conflicts peacefully.
c. are aware of community and global issues.
3. Independent Thinkers who:
a. appreciate, utilize and share the gifts and talents God has given us.
b. display leadership qualities.
c. exhibit appropriate manners and behavior in social situations.
d. recognize and understand the importance of the creative arts.
4. Noteworthy Learners who:
a. take responsibility for their learning and demonstrate good study habits.
b. can articulate ideas clearly and creatively.
c. read and write effectively .
d. work toward academic excellence in all subject areas.
5. Thoughtful Choice Makers who:
a. participate in activities that promote self esteem.
b. practice good health habits.
c. demonstrate good sportsmanship and are able to work together cooperatively.