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Our Mission
St. Philip’s School and Community Center exists to enhance the lives of children and families regardless of economic background but with particular emphasis on low and moderate income families, through educational excellence, Christian principles, and compatible community services.
Statement of Values
Educational Excellence: providing the strongest possible academic background and the richest possible academic experience
Educational Opportunity: providing access to an excellent education for children including those for whom such access would not otherwise be possible financially
Christian Education: providing a religious environment for personal growth shaped by the spirit of Jesus Christ
Self Esteem: maintaining an atmosphere that develops and strengthens each individual's sense of self worth
Personal Development: helping to strengthen each individual spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually
Ethnic Awareness: helping to foster and nurture cultural and ethnic awareness and pride
Bridging Racial Barriers: teaching and demonstrating the value of diversity in the community and teaching the humanity and brotherhood of all people
Community: working to impact and improve the lives of people through social services, enrichment programs, and recreational activities with special focus on low and moderate income families
(The Statement of Values defines the principles that guide the board and staff in management of the institution.)
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