about jss

2992 Lasuen Dr.
Carmel, CA 93923
(831) 624-8322
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About JSS

Junipero Serra School is a Roman Catholic elementary school that supports and educates Catholic youth from the Monterey Peninsula community. Families of other faiths are welcome. JSS is affiliated with the Diocese of Monterey and the Department of Catholic Schools. The school is located in Carmel, CA on the grounds of the historic Carmel Mission Basilica. The school offers classes from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Fully credentialed teachers staff the school. The average class size is under 25 students with one class per grade level. Extended Care is available before school and after school from 12p.m. – 6p.m. The school schedule is 8a.m. – 3p.m.

Junipero Serra School is accredited by the Western Association of School and Colleges (WASC) and the Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA).

MISSION STATEMENT

Junipero Serra School is a Catholic community which establishes its Christian environment on the message of the Gospel and the teachings of the Catholic Church. We are committed to educating the whole child and developing the unique potential of each in the Spirit of Jesus, which is one of love, joy, and service.

STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY

We at Junipero Serra School are committed to providing a comprehensive education in the Catholic tradition. We seek to create a Christian environment in which we respond to the needs of the whole child. We foster self-esteem, self discipline, and a spirit of cooperation. We nurture an understanding and sensitivity to all people by encouraging reverence and respect for each person. We affirm the worth and dignity of each individual. As teachers we share this vision of education with the school community. We recognize our responsibility to support parents in their role as the primary educators of their children.

Through our value-oriented curriculum we provide the opportunity for each student’s spiritual, intellectual, psychological, social, physical, and aesthetic growth. We guide students toward responsible, moral decision-making in a world of challenged Christian values.

SCHOOLWIDE LEARNING EXPECTATIONS

We envision graduates of Junipero Serra School as:

1. Active members in the Christian Faith Community who

	Practice Jesus’ teachings of compassion, tolerance, and justice.
	Participate reverently in liturgical celebrations and prayer.
	Demonstrate service to church, family, and community.
	Grow in knowledge of scripture and church teachings.
	Practice reverence for the sacredness of God and God’s creation.

2.Global citizens who

	Demonstrate appreciation and respect for cultural diversity.
	Participate in conservation.
	Respond with sensitivity to world events.

3.Motivated life-long learners who

	Use organizational and study skills effectively.
	Establish and accomplish productive goals.
	Function as independent, cooperative, and inquisitive learners.
	Listen actively, speak and write clearly.
	Use available resources and tools effectively.

4.Cooperative and creative problem solvers who

	Evaluate life situations and respond with Christian values.
	Work independently and collaboratively to create solutions.
	Resolve conflicts peacefully.

5. Well-rounded individuals who

	Seek balance in their emotional, social, physical, and spiritual lives.
	Grow in confidence and self-respect through cooperation, sportsmanship, and honesty.
	Practice self-control.
	Take responsibility for actions.