St. John Vianney School gives students a firm foundation of faith within the framework of our Catholic tradition. We believe that the faith community of our school exists as a vital part of the parish and that it is an extension of the Church in its mission to teach the gospel of Jesus Christ. Our school community gives witness to Catholic values in everyday life. We assist parents, the primary educators, in guiding their children to become responsible members of our community, our Church and our world.
In the spirit of Jesus Christ, our teachers create a loving atmosphere that facilitates learning. The focus of our Catholic education is the total development of the child: spiritual, moral, academic, physical and cultural. Our goal is that our students will establish a personal relationship with the living Jesus, discover their gifts, share their talents, appreciate who they are and develop who they are called to be.
SCHOOL-WIDE LEARNING EXPECTATIONS
1. CATHOLIC LEARNER (sign of the cross) A. Knows Catholicism (hand on forehead) B. Is kind and helpful (hand on chest and each shoulder) C. Prays daily (hands folded) D. Participates in Mass (hands in shape of church)
2. COMMUNICATOR A. Listens well (hand cupping an ear) B. Speaks clearly (index finger rotating in front of lips) C. Writes correctly (writes on hand) D. Uses technology effectively (both hands in typing motion)
3. COMPETENT LEARNER A. Reads daily (hands reading a book) B. Is organized (hands down) C. Shares information with others (palms up) D. Has many interests (turns head in both directions)
4. CRITICAL & CREATIVE THINKER A. Solves problems well (both index fingers on temples) B. Listens respectfully to all ideas (hands folded and bow) C. Participates in music, art and literature (conduct with index fingers)
5. CARING CITIZEN A. Learns about our government and culture (shaka sign) B. Serves the community (love sign) C. Takes responsibility for self (love sign on chest) D. Cares for all things (hands out)
Scripture for 2017-2018 I can do all things in him who strengthens me... Philippine 3:14 Hawaiian Value for 2017-18 Kamaehu Resilience