About SJ

Mission, Purposes & Objectives

The Saint John's Mission Statement

A Saint John’s Catholic education is rooted in the commitment of the Xaverian Brothers to bring Christ to life in young men. Our students develop a love of learning through a college preparatory academic and co-curricular program embracing both tradition and innovation. Saint John's fosters the formation of the whole person: spiritual, social, physical, intellectual, creative, and aesthetic.

We call our community to live out the Xaverian values of zeal, humility, simplicity, trust, and compassion. Saint John’s creates an atmosphere of interdependence, respect, inclusion, and personal responsibility in a community where we mutually help, encourage, and edify each other to develop relationships that transcend time.  We aim to send forth young men who will use their God-given talents to transform their community, their nation, and their world.

In the tradition of its Xaverian founders, Saint John's High School is committed to providing opportunities for families in need, students from a diversity of backgrounds, and for the poor and marginalized.

Purposes & Objectives

A graduate of Saint John's High School should be able:

  • To contribute to a Christian atmosphere in which the dignity of each person is nurtured. through respect, acceptance, and understanding.
  • To develop a personal moral code and a belief in a loving God.
  • To discover a love of learning in the pursuit of academic excellence.
  • To recognize that learning is a life-long process.
  • To be open to new ideas and able to grow and change with new experiences.
  • To think critically, to access, and assess information.
  • To clearly articulate his thoughts and feelings in speech and prose.
  • To recognize beauty in all forms created by God and man.
  • To explore, develop, and express his creativity.
  • To live the Gospel values through service to others.
  • To respect himself, others, and the resources of the world.
  • To use his varied talents in leadership roles for the good of his family, church, community, and the world around him.
  • To acknowledge the interdependence of mankind.
  • To accept responsibility for his own well-being.
  • To challenge his physical abilities.