School Wide Learning Expectations

The Diocese of Phoenix coordinates a cycle of curriculum review, revision, and implementation for all curricular areas. Each school community has input into this process. Our Lady of Mount Carmel School utilizes these adopted curricula to direct day-to-day learning. It is these curricula that articulate academic standards for each grade level. Our supportive environment in core curricula is augmented by weekly instruction in Spanish, technology, art, and physical education.

Our goal is to prepare each student who graduates from Our Lady of Mount Carmel School to be:

A FAITH FOLLOWER who: Demonstrates knowledge of Catholic teachings and traditions
Is an active participant in a community of faith
Gives to those in need
Develops a morality based on Catholic values

A RESPONSIBLE CITIZEN who:
Knows and uses the Discipline With Purpose skills
Explores concepts, ideas, and issues that have significance in the student’s life
Shows respect for authority
Demonstrates school and civic responsibility
Expresses patriotism
Models positive sportsmanship and team building behaviors

AN EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATOR who:
Applies listening skills
Uses oral and written language effectively
Demonstrates a foundation for communicating in a second language
Exhibits creativity and talents through self-expression

A CRITICAL THINKER AND PROBLEM SOLVER who:
Anticipates and assesses problems
Applies complex problem solving and critical thinking to real life scenarios
Integrates information learned across the curriculum
Demonstrates the use of cognitive organizers

A QUALITY PRODUCER who:
Works both independently and cooperatively
Uses technology skillfully and effectively
Identifies, organizes and accomplishes realistic goals
Creates intellectual and artistic products
Demonstrates proficiency in reading, writing, and computation