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Schoolwide Learning Expectations

Kinder – 2nd Grade

A St. Athanasius student is:

I. A person of faith who:

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  • builds a friendship with Jesus through praying

  • uses knowledge from Bible stories and our faith to make good choices

  • helps those in need

  • acts as a peacemaker

  • respects God’s creation

II. A critical thinker who:

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  • uses clues and what he or she already knows to understand new things

  • thinks logically to solve puzzles

  • works daily to build upon what he or she knows

  • uses his or her creative brain to think of new ideas

  • uses the teachings of Jesus to make decisions

III. An active learner who:

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  • expresses his or her thoughts and feelings through speaking, writing and art

  • listens actively

  • reads carefully

  • asks questions in order to learn more

  • explores the world around him or her to discover new things

3rd – 8th   Grade

A St. Athanasius student is:

I. A person of faith who:

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  • knows and understands Catholic sacraments, traditions, and values

  • lives Gospel values and is a peacemaker

  • is respectful of self, others, and the environment, and acts accordingly

  • makes moral choices and serves others

  • embraces all people as their brothers and sisters in Christ

II. A critical thinker who:

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  • applies higher order thinking skills in their daily  lives

  • asks questions to gain further knowledge and understanding

  • works daily to build upon existing knowledge and skills

  • uses his or her creative brain to innovate and problem solve

  • analyzes and evaluates new information to determine its value and merit  to decide its application in his or her own life

III. An active learner who:

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  • demonstrates a solid foundation in all core subject areas

  • uses reading, thinking, and research skills to discover, innovate, and express new ideas

  • takes responsibility for his or her own learning and recognizes learning as a life-long quest

  • is able to work independently and collaboratively in diverse settings

  • effectively utilizes technology to enhance and share learning

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