MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT
Mission Statement
Alverno Heights Academy is a TK-8 school rooted in Catholic values, dedicated to nurturing compassion, instilling a lifelong love of learning, empowering students with the courage to seek justice, and inspiring them to serve as bold leaders.
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Vision Statement
“JAGS HAVE A KIND HEART, A WISE MIND, A BRAVE SPIRIT, AND A BOLD FAITH”
Mission-driven activities:
- Monday morning prayer services: Led by a Catholic Deacon
- Wednesday Masses at Mater Dolorosa
- Junior Jag Read: Alverno Heights Academy students attended a Scholastic book fair on campus.
- Author Readings and guest speakers come to campus to present to our students in our LTC
- On-Site Field Trips: Guests present hands on learning experiences for our students throughout the year
- Breakfast with Santa, Holiday Boutique, Clothing and Food Drive
- Food and Clothing Drives: Collected donations from Alverno Heights families for Christmas gifts for families in need.
- Annual Gala to raise funds for the Alverno Fund
- Summer Program for boys and girls, TK-8th grades
- Bake-A-Change: Students actively participated in the annual Bake-A-Change activity, which helped to raise funds for local non-profit organizations.
The Alverno Heights Academy Philosophy
Rooted in our Franciscan heritage and inspired by the spirit of the Immaculate Heart Community, Alverno Heights Academy provides a holistic Catholic education that nurtures faith, intellect, character, and compassion. In partnership with our staff, trustees, families, and students, we create an inclusive environment where every child is known, valued, and empowered to thrive.
We form students of conscience, conviction, and courage, cultivating kindness, wisdom, bravery, and faithfulness in each of them.With humility and humor, they learn from mistakes, take purposeful risks, and act with generosity and compassion as they grow into leaders for a more just and loving world.
Grounded in the teachings of Jesus Christ and the social mission of the Catholic Church, we affirm:
- The sacred dignity of each person as a child of God and our shared responsibility to care for God’s creation.
- The call to justice, mercy, and service—especially to the marginalized.
- The importance of sacramental life and spiritual growth.
In collaboration with our students, we strive to:
- Provide a rigorous, faith-integrated curriculum across disciplines.
- Form ethical leaders committed to service and social justice.
- Foster diversity, equity, and a deep sense of belonging.
- Inspire creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking through academics, arts, and technology.
- Promote empathy, cooperation, and peaceful conflict resolution while building strong, respectful relationships and community bonds.