A Holy Names High School Graduate . . .
is a woman of faith
- She understands scripture and Catholic doctrine.
- She demonstrates moral and ethical decision-making consistent with gospel values.
- She understands her own spirituality while respecting other belief systems and identifying common spiritual values among them.
- She appreciates that the Good News of Jesus is proclaimed within the context of relationships and community.
is intellectually competent
- She thinks critically and independently and applies these skills in problem solving.
- She expresses herself effectively orally and in writing.
- She utilizes appropriate tools and technologies to locate, evaluate and present information.
- She demonstrates intellectual curiosity and exercises her talents in pursuit of learning.
- She collaborates with others and works cooperatively to achieve her goals.
is committed to personal growth
- She demonstrates integrity and honesty in her daily life.
- She demonstrates respect for human diversity and the dignity of all human beings.
- She values good health and, therefore, makes wise choices concerning nutrition, physical activity, and the care of her body.
is artistically enriched
- She is capable of artistic expression through the creation of works of art or through the performance of original or existing works.
- She is aesthetically literate and understands works of art in their historical and cultural context.
- She values the artistic process as a means of achieving self-awareness, growth, liberation and joy.
serves others
- She understands and acts upon the school motto “Noblesse Oblige” in her response to the needs of others, especially the poor and disadvantaged.
- She reaches out to the larger community and reflects upon her experiences from a social justice perspective.
Approved by the Holy Names High School Board of Directors 01/05/00.