Search MySTPCS Quicklinks Calendar OUR STORY ADMISSIONS ACADEMICS ATHLETICS ARTS FAITH PROGRAMS SUPPORT Our Story Our Mission WELCOME FROM THE PRINCIPAL OUR MISSION OUR VISION AT A GLANCE OUR PEOPLE TESTIMONIALS OUR LEADERSHIP OUR ALUMNI OUR MISSION Saint Patrick Catholic School educates and nurtures the whole child – mind, body, and spirit - to be a Christ-centered, compassionate, and courageous servant leader. THE SIX PILLARS OF EDUCATION The Saint Patrick Catholic School mission speaks to six important "pillars" in education. These principles form an educational framework intentionally focused on the whole formation of each student. Spiritual Formation Spiritual Formation through guidance in prayer, religious education, community service, and building positive relationships with others. Integral to this pillar is the belief that our school is "authentically Catholic and warmly ecumenical." 1 2 3 4 5 6 back next CULTIVATING A GROWTH MINDSET IN STUDENTS Growth mindset is the belief that the brain’s capacity to learn is limitless and that failure is essential to growth. Saint Patrick Catholic School teachers encourage students to develop a growth mindset, presenting challenges as opportunities and guiding them through problem-solving. With this approach, students cultivate determination, resilience, perseverance, and grit. "What is Grit, Why Kids Need It, and How You Can Foster It" Watch a TED Talk by Carol Dweck, the author of Mindset: The New Psychology of Success Watch a TED Talk by Angela Duckworth, the author of Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance CELEBRATING GIFTS Each child is made in the image of the Creator and is born with varying, inherent gifts. Gifts are discovered over time and through many experiences. Gifts are identified through ability, creativity, task commitment, and leadership. A child’s personality and environment influences when and how children’s gifts are revealed. A school, in collaboration with families, should nurture a child’s gifts through rich and varied experiences. Saint Patrick Catholic School embraces the importance of providing dynamic and creative experiences so students can nurture their gifts. Through differentiated learning in the classroom, activities that extend and enrich learning, as well as after-school clubs, sports, arts, camps, and community service projects, our school provides numerous opportunities for students to discover, develop and celebrate their gifts. LINKS Contact Us Directions 1000 Bolling Avenue Norfolk, VA 23508 (757) 440-5500 Fax (757) 440-5200 CONNECT WITH US PARISHES WE SERVE The Basilica of Saint Mary of the Immaculate Conception Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church Our Lady of Victory Chapel at Naval Station Norfolk Sacred Heart Catholic Church OPEN SITEMAP +