MISSION STATEMENT OF THE ACADEMY OF SAINT ELIZABETH:

The mission of The Academy of Saint Elizabeth - a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for young women, founded and sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth - is to promote the disciplines of academic excellence and moral responsibility within a nurturing faith community.

THE ACADEMY OF SAINT ELIZABETH PHILOSOPHY:

Rooted in the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, the philosophy of the Academy of Saint Elizabeth derives its ethos from Judeo-Christian wisdom affirmed by the official teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and the mission of the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth We believe that:

● Christianity is a way of life that inspires the thoughts and actions of every student.

● The immersion in and internalization of the ministry of the Sisters of Charity establish unique opportunities for our students to embrace Gospel values, social justice, service to the poor and underserved, fidelity to the Church, faith in the power of the Eucharist, living and growing in community, vital and viable prayer life, and the charism of charity

● A diverse student body and curriculum encourage an understanding and appreciation of a multicultural society

● Single-gender education on a secondary level is foundational and appropriate in fostering leadership roles for women in society