This tradition values a structured environment as a prelude to learning, growth and the development of caring relationships grounded in Christian values. This tradition holds central the appreciation of each student s uniqueness, and views the teacher as a minister of the Gospel. Loughlin is a community of hope and stability for its students who daily experience the many challenges of urban life.
Stability is rooted in good order, clearly proclaimed and justly secured through sound guidelines.
Hope is fostered primarily through caring adults sensitive to and keenly aware of the struggles and unique challenges of adolescence. The curriculum and atmosphere of Loughlin are designed to meet a wide range of student skills, to foster student success and to challenge each student to achieve full potential by striving for excellence. Loughlin attempts to awaken in its students a set of values which is markedly Christian and challenges the materialistic values of today s society. Loughlin students are encouraged to develop fully their personal talents and are given opportunities to use them in their service to others. Loughlin provides an atmosphere where respect for both self and others will grow as students meet with success, resolve personal conflicts, and make responsible decisions and value-choices.