Mission Statement
The mission of Catholic Education in Hamilton-Wentworth, in union with our Bishop, is to enable all learners to realize the fullness of humanity of which our Lord Jesus Christ is the model.

The Catholic Community of Hamilton-Wentworth believes the learner will realize this fullness of humanity.

If the learning process…

Begins at home and is part of family life.
Is nurtured within the Parish.
Is anchored in the Catholic Faith takes place within the context of worship, sacraments, and the life of the Church.
Is enhanced by the school community.
Is embraced by the learner as a personal responsibility for life.

If learning takes place in an appropriate and challenging environment…
In which members of the school community exemplify the teachings of Jesus Christ.
Which reflects Gospel values and responsible use of human, financial and natural resources. Which promotes academic excellence and clear indicators of achievement.

Vision

Learners from Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic Schools will demonstrate:

Knowledge and practice of their Catholic faith.
The capability of nurturing a strong family unit.
Esteem, respect and responsibility for self and others.
Academic competence.
The ability to listen accurately and express knowledge clearly.
Independence, critical thinking and effective problem solving.
Proficiency with technology in order to adapt to a changing world.
The values, attitudes and skills for effective partnerships.
The ability to transform our society.

To enable learners to achieve this vision, the faith community of the Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board will reflect:

Knowledge and practice of their Catholic faith.
The capability of nurturing a strong family unit.
Esteem, respect and responsibility for self and others academic competence.
The ability to listen accurately and express knowledge clearly.
Independence, critical thinking and effective problem solving.
Proficiency with technology in order to adapt to a changing world.
The values, attitudes and skills for effective partnerships.
The ability to transform our society.

An open invitation is extended to all parents to become involved in the Catholic School Council. Representation is sought from all parents at all the grade levels in order to address the concerns and need of the entire student body.
Parental involvement and support is a critical component in a successful school community.

The Catholic School Council functions are to:
1. Provide an organized and structured means of communication with the school;
2. Advise the principal on the issues brought forward by the parents;
3. Assist the principal in informing the parents about educational issues withing the school and school board.

Parents may choose to attend meetings for informational purposes or they may wish to be involved in some of the initiatives the committees undertake.
An election of officers takes place during the first meeting of the school year. Any parent of the St. Teresa of Avila School Community can run for a position.
We welcome and encourage parent volunteers in our school. Parents are a valuable resource and their involvement strengthens home-school cooperation and communication. Through our Volunteer Program, we hope to:
1. Build on the strengths and talents of parents and others to enhance and extend the learning experiences available to our students;
2. Develop a team-approach to the education of the child
3. Assist the principal in developing the positive learning environment in the school.

The following are some of the areas where volunteers are welcomed:
1. Classroom helpers
2. Lunch monitors
3. Program leaders for crafts, checkers, chess, games, pizza, etc.
4. Coaching various CYO sports