Mater Dei Code of Behavior

Mater Dei High School is committed to being a school of choice for all families. A Catholic co-educational community in the Diocese of Evansville, Mater Dei strives to create an educational environment based on Gospel values, which recognizes the needs and differences in individuals, and empowers students to meet the demands and challenges of a rapidly changing and morally complex world.

Mater Dei is built on the cornerstones of:

1. spiritual growth, 2. academic excellence, 3. service to others, and 4. social development.

OUR VISION

Mater Dei High School is dedicated to challenging young people to reach their full potential, and empowering them for leadership roles in the Church, community, and world. Mater Dei graduates are well-prepared to become active, successful members of society.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Mater Dei Code of Behavior

We believe that membership in our school community is a special privilege. In order to create a climate in which real community can take root and grow, we need a code of behavior, a disciplined structure of rules and procedures that will help us to work and interact together.

Here at Mater Dei High School our code of behavior is rooted in our identity as a Catholic High School—a center of learning for those who believe in: • The sustaining presence of God the Father • The redeeming presence of Jesus the Son • The energizing presence of the Holy Spirit • We accept, therefore, the moral values and responsibilities that challenge us as Christian men and women, as faculty and students. • We agree to recognize each person’s dignity and to treat all with respect, courtesy, and Christian concern. • We agree to cooperate with teachers to create an environment of order that makes learning possible. • We agree to care for our learning equipment, our building, and our school grounds. • We strive to mesh our individual goals with the goals of our school community.

Beyond these minimum expectations, all are encouraged to maximize their opportunities for friendship, learning, involvement, and spiritual growth.

Basic Expectations ● Attend class regularly and on time. ● Participate in class and complete assignments. ● Accept direction from faculty and staff as communicated verbally and in writing. ● Be courteous and respectful toward teachers, staff, and classmates. ● Maintain self-discipline; e.g., silence when silence is expected. ● Display the highest standard of personal integrity at all times. ● Maintain ethical behavior – respect the rights of others.