Our Vision for the Bishop Kelly Graduate:

The Bishop Kelly community recognizes the family as the student's first and most influential teacher.  Through education and personal experience, we build upon that foundation to prepare each graduate for a lifetime quest to reach excellence.

Each graduate is prepared in the following areas:

Spirit

• a relationship with Jesus Christ which manifests itself through service and a personal commitment to social justice
• a knowledge of the Catholic Church's teachings, as well as the compassion and dedication to live out those teachings
• an ability to evaluate moral choices and issues based on a well-formed conscience, the teachings of the Catholic Church, and the guidance of the Holy Spirit
• an awareness of world religions and an appropriate respect for the beliefs of others
• a deep sense of spirituality and a desire for spiritual growth, prayer, and personal reflection
• an ability to form strong, respectful and meaningful relationships based on Christian values

Mind

• a capacity for creativity, critical thinking, questioning, and reflective problem solving
• an ability to analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information from different sources
• an exceptional academic foundation in a broad range of subjects
• an ability to effectively communicate in both written and oral forms
• a firm grasp of technology and its role in maximizing learning
• an appreciation for the power of positive self-expression through the arts and literature

Body

• a recognition that one's body is a gift from God
• an acceptance of the responsibility to treat one's own body with modesty and respect
• an ability to establish physical, social, and emotional boundaries and respect for the boundaries of others
• a lifetime commitment to healthful nutrition and physical activity
• a dedication to physical balance, harmony and self-control
• an acknowledgement of discipline, perseverance, and courage as keys to success