Office of Catholic Schools

	Philosophy and Mission
	STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY The Office of Catholic Schools, a hope-filled community with responsibility for the Catholic schools of the Archdiocese of Hartford, is dedicated to dynamic educational leadership promoting quality Catholic education, proclaiming the word of God, and serving God's people by our actions. In administering and serving the schools, we seek the guidance of the Spirit as we face the challenges of contemporary society while we chart a strong course for the future. MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Office of Catholic Schools is to further the advancement of Catholic education for students in the Archdiocese of Hartford by providing service, support, guidance, and direction to pastors, presidents, principals, teachers, boards, parents, and other stakeholders of Catholic schools.

	The Office of Catholic Schools will: advance the educational and catechetical mission of the Catholic Church; provide leadership, formation, and professional development; utilize research findings for making sound decisions; develop curriculum that will enhance the knowledge and skills for students to think critically and become productive moral citizens within a multicultural and technological society; foster collaboration of resources among other Catholic agencies, parishes and secular educational programs; advocate recognition of and support for Catholic schools; further the institutional advancement of Catholic schools; and seek avenues for equitable distribution of resources.