We believe that St. Andrew Apostle Catholic School:

• has a long and successful history because its constituents share common values, ideals, and a commitment to the education of our children.
• holds as its central mission to teach as Jesus did, making manifest the Kingdom of God in word and deed.
• is a caring community whose members are committed to providing a quality education and setting high expectations for each and every student.
• provides a multitude of resources and services in order to support student learning, recognizing individual talents, abilities, and needs.
• welcomes, appreciates, and is enriched by the diversity of its students and families.
• strives to develop the whole child – spiritually, emotionally, intellectually, physically, and socially in a safe and orderly environment.
• strives to develop a love of learning in its students, faculty, and parents.
• encourages staff development and collaboration that promote high levels of student achievement.
• families are valuable partners in the education of their children; therefore, clear and effective communication between home and school is essential.
• strives to adapt and educate its staff and students for an ever-changing, technologically advanced world.
• is a student-centered school.  Decisions are made after careful reflection upon this principle.