Academic Philosophy

Philosophy

St. Mary Catholic Central High School is a Catholic, secondary educational faith community comprised of students, parents, and educators. SMCC offers each student a rigorous, comprehensive, multi-leveled college preparatory program that prepares the student spiritually, academically, physically, and socially for a full, loving, gospel-centered adult life.

SMCC teaches Roman Catholic theology to enable students to understand and appreciate the teachings of Jesus Christ, to live the gospel mandates in an ever-changing world, and - through prayer and discipline - to be concerned and responsive to the needs of the local community.

Goals

Create a spiritually centered community challenging all students to live a Christian life.

Create an academically comprehensive community which teaches and combines fundamental skills with scholarly critical tools for use in personal and professional lives.

Create an athletic program which enables students to realize their full potential, recognizing physical growth is directly associated with emotional development.

Create a social activities schedule for students to have fun in a supervised setting while allowing for a sense of self-discipline and social etiquette.

Empower students to realize their role within our democracy to be responsive, compassionate, and concerned for the individuals with whom they interact on a daily basis.