Profile of an HCA Graduate
Christ - Centered
The Hoboken Catholic Academy Graduate:
- Models Gospel values throughout daily life
- Recognizes individual strengths and talents as gifts from God
- Has general knowledge of Catholicism in scripture, doctrine, and traditions
- Strives for a deepened sense of spirituality and a moral conscience
- Has fostered a personal relationship with Christ through prayer and participation in Catholic traditions, sacraments, and worship
Academic Achievement
The Hoboken Catholic Academy Graduate:
- Confidently conveys information in an effective manner orally and in writing
- Applies critical thinking skills and strategies across all subject areas
- Works cooperatively and collaboratively in group settings
- Applies learned information to real life issues and problems
- Realizes learning is a life-long formation process and the key to academic and professional success
- Effectively utilizes technology as a learning tool
- Possesses time management skills to create a balance of academic and extracurricular activities
- Is well prepared to meet the academic challenges of high school
Service to Others
The Hoboken Catholic Academy Graduate:
- Acknowledges and responds to the needs of others in accordance with the Gospel message
- Demonstrates compassion and concern for those less fortunate through participation in community service projects
- Works closely with persons of different faiths, interests, and backgrounds to promote social justice
Christian Leadership:
The Hoboken Catholic Academy Graduate:
- Takes responsibility and assumes leadership roles
- Demonstrates cooperative, respectful, and supportive attitudes toward others
- Sets a positive example and serves as a role model in school and in the community
- Appreciates diversity and individual differences while sharing faith and values
Responsible Citizenship
The Hoboken Catholic Academy Graduate:
- Exemplifies respect, compassion, empathy, understanding, and acceptance of self and others in an ever changing global society
- Uses technology responsibly, morally, and ethically
- Understands the rights and responsibilities afforded to them as members of a free society