Spiritual Formation

Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these."

— Matthew 19:14

Throughout the year various religious activities are planned for the school community, and students, staff, and faculty attend. Parents are encouraged to be present as well, however, work schedules do not allow for many to attend. The religious and spiritual experiences include, but are not limited to the following:

• Daily morning prayer
• School Mass, every week 
• Sunday Family Mass, once a month
• Prayer services at Thanksgiving and as needed for world events.
• Sacrament of Reconciliation at least during Advent and Lent.
• During Lent:  the Stations of the Cross and the Holy Tridium
• Retreats for the student body and for the Faculty
• Celebration of the Family Rosary nights and May Crowning
• Celebration of special feast days such as All Saints, St. John Bosco, St. Dominic Savio, Blessed Laura Vicuna, St. Mary Mazzarello, Our Lady of Guadalupe, and Mary Help of Christians.

Each classroom has a special prayer corner, which features the Word and has other appropriate symbols, which create a sense of prayer within the context of the classroom. The classes also keep the crucifix, pictures of Mary, the saints and other religious symbols visible and well-known in the class.

The student body and faculty begin the school day by gathering in the school playground. Parents and guardians are welcome, and many parents take the opportunity to attend the assemblies. The assembly begins with the Student Council leading pryaer, a “good morning” with a positive reflection for the day given by a Sister (a spiritual message often based on the Student Learning Expectations, according to the Salesian tradition of reason, religion, and loving kindness.)

Catholic vision is clearly expressed consistently in letters on SchoolSpeak, in scriptural readings and questions to inspire and reflect the Catholic faith formation of the faculty, staff, students, and parents.