Salesian High School’s mission is to:

"...educate young men and women to develop into good citizens for the betterment of society and the glory of God."

Based on that mission statement, and St. John Bosco’s philosophy of reason, religion, and kindness, our primary focus and ministry is about educating young people. With this central premise in mind, the school community studied, evaluated, and revised our learning expectations and student outcomes in 2011. These new student learning expectations provide the basic framework and foundation that will guide us through the 21st century.

Premise:

At Salesian High School we educate in order to impact the young person holistically. Believing that the young learn best through experience, we encourage the creation of four interconnected environments in our school. We intentionally create in Salesian High School a HOME in which students experience a strong sense of belonging and welcoming; a SCHOOL which enables them to learn the lessons of life; a CHURCH where they are challenged to seek meaning and purpose in their lives; and a PLAYGROUND where they can interact and interrelate in a friendly and meaningful way to one another. This is what we do, and when we do this well, the result is a climate in which all, adults and young people alike, are present to each other in a truly loving and respectful manner, open and accepting of our differences in a family like atmosphere. These four experiences are the components of the pedagogy permeating all we do at Salesian High School.

Lifelong Learning Expectations

Salesian Students share their faith by experiencing God, serving others and celebrating life.

• Students demonstrate their love of God by sharing their gifts, talents, and time with others.
• Students participate in a community of prayer and worship to strengthen their faith.

Salesian students think analytically and creatively.

• Students apply their knowledge to answer more complex problems.
• Students formulate questions, explore concepts, research data, and analyze texts.

Salesian students create a healthy home.

• Students respect each other and are joyful, empathetic, and caring.
• Students create a supportive environment where they freely and appropriately express themselves

Salesian students build welcoming communities.

• Students grow in interpersonal relationships, become responsible citizens, model good sportsmanship, and care for the environment.
• Students accept and respect the differences of others.

Salesian students communicate effectively.

• Students demonstrate active listening skills.
• Students articulate ideas by writing and speaking.
• Students utilize visual resources as a means of expression.