OUR MISSION
The mission of St. Anthony School is to spread the Gospel message and to promote a sound Catholic education to the children who are committed to our care. We are dedicated to helping prepare our children to become productive and responsible participants in our ever-changing community.
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What Makes St. Anthony Catholic?
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St. Anthony is committed to transmitting the Catholic Faith and values. Every teacher is a role-model for children. The Catholic faith and tradition permeates all instruction. Our philosophy enhances the Catholicity of the school. The whole school environment promotes a child's spiritual growth.
- Diocesan religion certification for teachers, in addition to a Workshop Way religion class
- Religion instruction on a daily basis (30-40 minutes)
- Instruction including the learning of Catholic traditions, prayers, etc...
- Review religion curriculum and materials as part of the evaluation process
- Religious values integrated into every subject area
- Daily classroom prayer
- Classroom prayer services
- Monthly school Masses
- Emphasis on family participation in Sunday parish liturgies (use of "gospel weeklies" for student preparation)
- Sacrament of Reconciliation (Advent and Lent)
- Retreats for seventh and eighth graders
- Community outreach (monthly visits to convalescent homes, food collections for parish food assistance, Holy Childhood Mission collections, etc...)
- Strong emphasis on social justice in all instruction and school activities
- Parish involvement promoted through newsletters, calendars, and all communication with parents and children
- Preparation for Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Eucharist