School of the Holy Child
Portrait of a Graduate
Spiritual
with a steadfast belief in the goodness of humanity and a commitment to her own faith journey.
A graduate of School of the Holy Child nurtures her spirituality, her unique personal relationship with God and with all of creation. She moves beyond the self and employs her faithfulness to enrich her relationships and empathy for others. Her faith motivates her in the midst of challenges, validates her when she feels alone and consoles her in times of sorrow. She fosters inter-religious dialogue to build an understanding of and a deep respect for the religions of the world. She is recognized as a spiritual person by her thoughtful speech, meaningful actions and commitment to justice. Her spirituality remains steadfast as she grows and changes with life’s challenges and successes.
Intellectual
with a strong academic foundation and a lifelong love of learning.
A graduate of School of the Holy Child has acquired the skills that will allow her to succeed in college and the world beyond. She is intellectually accomplished in both the content of knowledge that she has amassed and in her disposition toward intellectual inquiry. She has a command of technology and models its ethical and respectful use. Through meaningful relationships with her instructors she has developed the skills to synthesize, articulate and present information. Her inquisitive nature leads her to explore new paths, while her knowledge allows her to break new ground. She is analytical and far-sighted when making decisions. She is a creative problem solver and a critical thinker who trusts in the power of her education.
Courageous with a willingness to act and inspire for the common good.
A graduate of School of the Holy Child understands that both local and global communities need leadership. As a woman of conscience and action, she leads a life of critical consciousness to analyze and reflect on the values of society and act for justice. She refuses to conform to social norms that conflict with her values and she is willing to challenge others to reflect on their role in the world. She is convinced of the goodness of humanity. She values genuine dialogue and earnestly reflects on new and different perspectives. She brings out the best in the people in her life and has the courage to be the spark that ignites the fire of change.
Global Studies: Engebei Desert, China
Compassionate
with a generous and open heart and a commitment to others.
A graduate of School of the Holy Child cares deeply about the world and the people in it. She understands the dignity and interdependence of all people across boundaries of geography, age, sex, race, nationality, culture and creed. She is intentional about building relationships and takes pride in the friendships she forms. She is eager to share her gifts and takes joy in the knowledge and gifts of others. Having experienced empathetic role models, she has developed sensitivity toward the disadvantaged members of her community. She believes that generosity is its own reward and accepts that true compassion, at times, demands selfsacrifice. Inspired by her faith, she cannot conceive of the love of God without a commitment to the love of others.
A graduate of School of the Holy Child believes in her own self-worth and aspires to become the best version of herself. Emulating the guidance of educators who knew and respected her individuality, she sets goals for herself to stretch her learning and personal growth. She remains open to new experiences and to redefining herself, while preserving her core values. She is inspired to take calculated risks and to discover her full potential in our fluid, complex world. She has self-knowledge and self-confidence to deal realistically with her gifts and limitations. Always willing to learn from her failures, she stands firm in her conviction that no person or principality can ever rob her of her joyful spirit. She knows that her perspective is meaningful, her story is important and her voice is strong. She believes that she will play a critical role in shaping a better world and she is eager to make her contribution.
Confident with an open mind to continually learn, grow and adapt in a complex world and diverse world.