St. Cecilia School admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.

Mission Statement

In accordance with the teaching authority of the Roman Catholic Church, St. Cecilia School will partner with families to ensure that each student is provided an authentically Catholic education where students will grow in holiness, think critically, communicate effectively, serve others, and live lives that exemplify the truth and beauty of Catholic virtues rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Philosophy

"The educational mission of the Church is an integrated ministry embracing three interlocking dimensions: message, community, and service. Catholic schools afford the fullest and best opportunity to realize this threefold purpose of education among children and young people." (NCCB, to Teach as Jesus Did, 101)

In light of this Church document, St. Cecilia School is committed to the education of children in partnership with parents who recognize that, for people of faith, the wisdom and culture transmitted by a school are enriched and put into perspective by the gospel message of Jesus.

Belief Statements

• St. Cecilia School is committed to giving the children a well-rounded education rooted in Catholic faith and traditions, encouraging the development of a personal relationship with God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit.

• St. Cecilia School is committed to providing a rigorous academic program in which students learn to think critically, use imagination to be creative, communicate effectively, and appreciate beauty in all forms through a Catholic lens.

• St. Cecilia School strives to meet the needs of students using a variety of instructional styles, engaging all students and holding them accountable for their learning.

• St. Cecilia School will use the curricula set by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati and the State of Ohio as a guide to assist teachers in devising lessons that are logical and effective and that allow students to successfully transition from one grade level to another.

• St. Cecilia School will continually assess each student’s growth and understanding of content in all disciplines through standardized testing, classroom work samples, and curriculum-based assessments throughout the school year.

• St. Cecilia faculty and staff are committed to developing their craft as an educator and enhancing their methods of instruction through continuous improvement to provide quality education for all students.

• St. Cecilia School fosters a sense of community through cooperative efforts within the school, the parish, and throughout the Cincinnati community.

• St. Cecilia School identifies Christian service as a key element in Catholic education and strives to promote the Gospel and teachings of Jesus Christ through service to others

• St. Cecilia School is committed to effective leadership, competent teaching, and cooperative endeavors with parents in an atmosphere of open communication and understanding.

• St. Cecilia School provides an education that enables the students to reason independently, embrace self-discipline, accept responsibility for their learning, and appreciate their value, potential, and uniqueness.

• St. Cecilia School is committed to caring leadership, competent teaching, and cooperative endeavors with parents in an atmosphere of open communication and understanding.

• St. Cecilia School is committed to providing a program that enables the students to reason independently, to accept responsibility for their learning and self-discipline, and to develop a realization of their own value, potential and uniqueness.