We believe that the primary obligation of developing respect, spirituality, and responsibility in our students rests with the home and parents. When students come to St. John Vianney School, they broaden their involvement as members of the parish community, which is a Catholic and Christian community. Community is at the heart of Catholic education, not simply a concept to be learned, but a reality to be lived. To create this positive learning atmosphere, students are expected to demonstrate increasing maturity as they develop in three important areas: Respect, Spirituality, and Responsibility. Faculty and staff in cooperation with students and parents are expected to promote the optimal development of every student.
Respect
Respect for self and others are central to becoming a full participating member of a community. A respectful person is one who believes in the dignity and worth of all individuals including oneself, and who acts accordingly. All students have the right to learn and participate fully in a safe environment which maintains an atmosphere of mutual respect and courtesy. While involved in St. John Vianney School's activities, whether at SJV itself or in other environments, we expect our students to:
Respect and be attentive to others' needs.
Be gentle and sensitive in our attitudes towards others.
Play safely on the playground in designated areas.
Resolve mistakes made with others through talking about differences or problems and creating positive solutions.
Show common courtesies and good manners towards teachers, other adults and fellow students.
Spirituality
Our belief in Jesus has drawn us to this community. Our beliefs are expressed in joy, sensitivity, gentleness, and in participation in prayer, prayer services, and Liturgy. A spiritual person is one who lives his/her faith and accepts and relates well to others. Out of respect for our own beliefs, we expect our students to:
Have a quiet and reverent attitude during prayer, prayer services, and Liturgy.
Treat symbols of the church (crucifix, holy water) in a reverent manner.
Recognize and affirm the goodness in others.
Participate in special projects, e.g., service to the parish, school, poor, shut-ins.
Responsibility
As students mature, they are expected to demonstrate increasing personal responsibility and self control. A responsible person is one who confidently and competently responds to meeting personal, school, and community obligations while enjoying the satisfaction that comes from tasks well done. To make school a positive learning experience which creates a harmonious community, we expect our students to:
Complete school work on time (assignments and homework).
Follow directions.
Have all material needed for classes.
Handle with care school property, desks, playground equipment, books and all learning materials.
Participate in class, raise their hands to be called upon, complete assigned work in a neat manner, and keep eye contact with the teacher or class members, when appropriate.
Celebrating a Student's Growth in Respect, Spirituality, and Responsibility
Recognizing and acknowledging growth in respect, spirituality, and responsibility helps promote development of these characteristics in our students. Each quarter, students' growth in respect, spirituality, and responsibility will be evaluated and a celebration organized. In addition to the celebration, a special certificate will be sent home to inform parents of this achievement.
1755 N Calhoun Rd | Brookfield, WI 53005 | (262) 796-3940 www.stjohnv.org
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