Class of - Eastside Catholic School

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Our Touchstones
Academic Excellence
Eastside Catholic School will:
l Inspire students to recognize and
develop fully their God-given gifts.
l Prepare students for the rigorous
challenges of college through close
interaction with a talented faculty.
l Challenge students to acquire an
educated person’s habits of mind
through:
s Complex thinking
s Emotional investment
s Intellectual courage
s Intellectual curiosity and
perseverance
s Empathy
s Intellectual humility
s Intellectual integrity
l Offer students an unparalleled
education in writing and
communication.
l Engage students in the
authentic work of scientists,
historians, artists and
other professionals.
l Encourage students to put
their intellect and talents to
work in the service of others.
l Enhance learning through
individualized course
placement.
Relationships
Eastside Catholic School will encour-
age each student to:
l Foster a personal relationship
with God.
l Acquire a love and appreciation
of self.
l Recognize and appreciate the
love and support of family and
friends.
l Develop meaningful relationships
with faculty.
l Respect and show compassion
for others.
Leadership
Eastside Catholic School will:
l Guide students by using the
teachings and loving example
of Jesus Christ.
l Cultivate true leaders who
positively influence others
through their example.
l Provide students a safe
environment with high personal,
moral, and social standards.
l Expect accountability and ethical
behavior.
l Enhance the gifts of students
with special needs in an
integrated environment through
our Options Program.
l Accept and embrace those
with different faiths, social,
ethnic and economic
backgrounds.
l Encourage students to seek
a balanced life through the
development of their artistic,
physical and intellectual talents.
l Celebrate a spirit of active
community involvement and
service.