faith formation

La Purisima Catholic School’s Schoolwide Learning Expectations

The students of La Purisima Catholic School live the values and traditions of the Catholic Church in  the charism of the Company of Mary, Our Lady. The students strive for and exemplify the following  qualities as they develop as Children of God.

FULFILL YOUR NAME:

  • Students identify themselves as Catholic by living out the teachings of Jesus and modeling Mary's  "yes" to God's plan for their own lives.  

  •  Students practice the tenets of the Catholic faith to which they were called in Baptism. 

EXTEND YOUR HAND:

  • Students learn to respect the uniqueness of all people aware that each is created in God's image.  

  • Students spread the Kingdom of God to the local and global community by reaching out to those in  need through prayer and actions.  

MAINTAIN THE FLAME: 

  • Students acknowledge the Gifts of the Holy Spirit in their lives and ignite these virtues to strengthen  their moral compass. 

  • Students seek to find God in all positive aspects and challenging moments of their lives.  

  • Students work to the best of their ability, developing academic, artistic, physical, and social talents  that enrich the whole person. 

EDUCATION IN VIRTUE CURRICULUM

Education in Virtue helps form hearts and minds in authentic virtue, guiding learners of all ages to grow in joy, faith, and identity in Christ.

From early childhood through adulthood, Education in Virtue’s tools and teachings bring lasting impact to classrooms, homes, and hearts by creating a shared language for understanding and living out virtue together.

  • Grounded in timeless Christian anthropology

  • Developed by teachers, for teachers

  • Shapes home and school culture into a happy, holy environment