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Mission of St. Catharine School
is to develop the spiritual, moral,
intellectual, social creative. and physical
needs of its students, thus preparing
them to meet the challenges
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of modern life. The school realizes
this goal through a structured, Christian
environment that emphasizes identifiable
and consistent discipline with a mutual
respect for all. |
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The
Students of St. Catharine School grow
in knowledge of the Catholic faith through
formal religious instruction and sacramental
preparation. Spiritual values are integrated
into all disciplines and echoed in the classroom
and school environment. The students engage
in faith-in-action activities that address
social issues and concerns for worldwide peace.
These activities reflect and support the school's
motto, "Faith... Knowledge.. Service"
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St
Catharine School provides a structured
yet flexible scholastic environment. Through
academics, socialization, and community participation,
students acquire lifelong skills based on
the teachings of the Gospels. Students learn
to think creatively and critically as they
develop a true "Love of Learning" |
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St
Catharine School
is located in the pristine
community of Spring Lake,
New Jersey on Second and
Salem Avenues, only two
blocks from the beautiful
blue waters of the Atlantic
Ocean. The campus is comprised
of an Information/Media
Center, Art Studio, Music
Room, Cafeteria, Computer
Lab, Administrative Offices,
Nurse's Office, Science
Labs and Multi-Purpose
Auditorium/Gymnasium.
The campus also boasts
an outdoor recreational
area complete with open
space and playground facility.
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Catharine School,
founded in 1932, continues
its tradition in the Diocese
of Trenton as an educational
ministry of St. Catharine-St.
Margaret Parish in Spring
Lake. The school serves
students from the parish
in Grades K Through 8, as
well as students from outside
the parish who accept the
mission, policies and teachings
of St. Catharine School. |
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St
Catharine School
values a sequential,
integrated approach
to learning. Building
on the solid foundation
secured through the
primary grades, students
progress through the
upper grades, while
being enriched spiritually
and challenged academically.
Personal
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and self discipline
as students are supported
by a dedicated and
certified faculty
and staff. Our graduates
possess self-confidence
and pride that is
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Parents
of St. Catharine School
are challenged to actively
participate in our school,
knowing that a mutually
supportive parent/teacher
relationship is a powerful
force that benefits each
child, naturally creating
a "family" environment. |
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The
Faculty adheres
to strict professional
standards. They develop
expertise through
workshops, spiritual
reflection days, curriculum
meetings, professional
reading, continuing
educational coursework,
and administrative
guidance. They address
students'
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and needs through
whole group, flexible
group and individual
instruction. Teachers
are committed to the
mission of the school,
acting professionally
and ethically in the
best interests of
the students. |
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Curriculum
Development is a
collegial process, involving
both administration and
faculty. Our philosophy
clearly states that our
curriculum is continually
evolving to meet the needs
of the student body while
reflecting the nature of
the school community. When
determining the efficacy
of new methodologies and
technologies for its students,
the faculty and administration
engage in meaningful dialogue.
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