Mission + Spirituality
Mission
“At Bethlehem Catholic High School, we empower our students to live their faith, embrace learning, serve with compassion and embody integrity.”
Philosophy
Catholic education proposes that knowledge is for our service and that it must be directed toward the common good and the salvation of all. An education is truly Catholic when it uses learning to introduce the students to the faith and to form them in Christ. All members of our community are called to the ministries of evangelization and discipleship. Through evangelization, our students are drawn to a deeper relationship with Jesus and encouraged to bring the good news to others. Through discipleship, in justice and in service, the students are led to serve those in need, to seek peace and to defend the life and rights of others. The Bethlehem Catholic community functions in an environment of love, support and appreciation for diversity that reflects Catholic principles. We provide a faith-centered community in which all students have the opportunity to develop spiritually, socially, physically, emotionally and intellectually while being challenged to acquire knowledge in various disciplines. The Bethlehem Catholic community respects the primary role of parents in their children’s education. We uphold the sanctity of life at all stages and the human dignity of each individual, regardless of cultural, economic or ethnic background.
Brand Promise
Entrusted with great responsibility, we take pride in developing students of character and integrity that embrace their faith and live with passion and dignity.
Beliefs
Faith
We believe that the spiritual development of our students is the cornerstone of our community. Our students witness the Gospel by praying together, upholding the dignity of life, and respecting people of all faiths.
Learning
We believe that by challenging our students with a rigorous curriculum, we prepare them to think critically, work collaboratively and communicate effectively.
Integrity
We believe that by modeling respect, responsibility, and integrity, our students become citizens who maintain high moral standards and make decisions based upon Christian values.
Service
We believe that by serving others we put our faith into action and develop a universal awareness of those in need.
Environment
We believe that providing a safe, loving and Christ-centered environment supports students and enables them to achieve in all aspects of the high school experience.
21st Century
We believe that modeling faith, service, learning and integrity in a Christian environment prepares our students to excel in the challenges of a dynamic world.
Graduate Profile
Bethlehem Catholic Graduates:
- Live Their Faith
- Witness the gospel message, uphold human dignity and respect all religions.
- Pursue Academic Excellence
- Continually challenge themselves to reach their fullest intellectual potential.
- Serve with Compassion
- Affirm the rights and dignity of every person through faithful service in the local and global communities.
- Embody Integrity
- Maintain high moral standards and make decisions based upon Christian values.
