Mission Statement
The mission of St. Raphael Catholic School is to provide a faith-based curriculum that fosters the holistic development of each student, nurturing their spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and physical growth. Grounded in the teachings of Jesus Christ, we strive to instill Catholic values empowering students to lead virtuous lives as disciples of Christ.
School Philosophy
In alignment with the mission statement of St. Raphael Catholic School, we prioritize creating academically challenging environments and implementing differentiation strategies to meet students’ needs, providing each student with the tools and support necessary to thrive academically. We aim to create a community where Catholic values are embraced, empowering students to lead virtuous lives as dedicated disciples of Christ in all academic and personal endeavors, preparing them for success in high school and beyond.
Non-Discrimination Statement in Admissions and Employment
Admissions:
Schools operated under the auspices of the Diocese of Joliet admit students of any race, religion, sex, color, national/ethnic origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally available to students at the school in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal anti-discrimination statutes to the extent that such anti-discrimination statutes do not conflict with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. St. Raphael School Personnel shall report any accusations of discrimination to the School Principal. The School Principal in consultation with the Diocesan Catholic Schools’ Office will handle any disciplinary actions. There will be no retaliation of reporters or victims of discrimination.
Employment:
The Diocese of Joliet is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to race, color, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.