Profile of a Graduate
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School exists as a ministry of the Catholic Church to proclaim the Gospel message. Recognizing that each person is a unique creation of God, we endeavor to provide a strong spiritual, academic and emotional foundation enabling students to recognize their full potential. Guided by the foundations of Faith, Respect, Integrity, Citizenship, and Resilience, the ideal graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School is prepared for high school, committed to lifelong learning, and equipped to live as a faithful disciple in the world.
This Profile of a Graduate reflects our mission and vision, describing the knowledge, skills, dispositions, and virtues cultivated in every student.
Academically Formed
An Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School graduate is a confident, capable, and independent learner who is prepared for the rigor and challenges of high school and beyond.
The graduate:
● Demonstrates strong foundational skills in core academic areas, always working to reach their full potential
● Thinks critically, solves problems, and applies learning across disciplines through STREAM and cross-curricular experiences.
● Seamlessly transfers content knowledge to new situations and other subject areas.
● Maintains effective organizational systems and study habits.
● Turns in work on time and takes responsibility for academic commitments.
● Takes responsibility for personal choices and actions.
● Advocates for personal learning needs by independently communicating with teachers when support is needed.
● Communicates clearly and effectively with a variety of audiences using appropriate academic and digital skills.
Religiously Formed
An Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School graduate possesses a strong foundation in Catholic teaching and actively lives out the faith in daily life.
The graduate:
● Understands key teachings of the Catholic Church, Sacred Scripture, and the sacraments.
● Recalls and applies Gospel messages to everyday decisions and relationships.
● Engages meaningfully in conversations about faith, moving beyond memorization to reflection and application.
● Participates actively in the sacramental life of the Church, including Mass, prayer, and service.
● Seeks to grow in faith beyond the classroom through opportunities such as Bible study, youth group, retreats, parish involvement, and Confirmation preparation.
● Applies Catholic values to all aspects of their life at home, school, and in the broader community to help build up the Kingdom of God.
Spiritually Formed
An Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School graduate reflects Christ in word and action, striving to live daily as a witness to God’s love.
The graduate:
● Develops a personal relationship with God through prayer, reflection, and trust in God’s grace.
● Is a visible reflection of Jesus by showing kindness, patience, compassion, and forgiveness.
● Leads with empathy, integrity, and humility.
● Lives out the Beatitudes in interactions with others.
● Learns from mistakes, seeks reconciliation, and continues to grow in virtue.
● Embraces a call to missionary discipleship by serving others and sharing faith through actions.
Socially Formed
An Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School graduate is a respectful, resilient, and responsible member of the community who values relationships and service.
The graduate:
● Treats all individuals with dignity, recognizing and embracing differences in a positive and respectful manner.
● Builds healthy relationships and gets along well with peers and adults.
● Resolves conflicts through productive, respectful conversation.
● Demonstrates leadership, responsibility, and collaboration in group settings.
● Participates in extracurricular activities that promote personal growth and teamwork.
● Advocates for self and others, particularly in the face of social injustices.
● Takes initiative to serve those in need, including individuals facing socioeconomic or other challenges.
Physically Formed
An Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School graduate understands the importance of caring for the body as a temple of the Holy Spirit.
The graduate:
● Presents self in a clean, neat, and appropriate manner, including proper school uniform.
● Participates in making healthy life choices that affect their own spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
● Approaches physical challenges with perseverance, confidence, and respect for self and others.
Mission in Action
Grounded in the mission of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, the graduate:
● Demonstrates a life of faith, respect, integrity, citizenship, and resilience throughout their daily lives.
● Thinks critically and solves academic, social, physical, and moral challenges.
● Advocates for justice, peace, and the dignity of all people.
● Leads with empathy and courage.
● Uses gifts and talents in service to God and others.
An Our Lady of Lourdes graduate leaves our school prepared not only for high school, but for life—ready to lead, to serve, and to live as a faithful disciple of Jesus Christ in the world.