Institutional Objectives

In keeping with its philosophy of education and mission statement, Marist School aims for the total and balanced development of the physical, psychological, social, aesthetic, intellectual, moral and spiritual aspects of the individual pupils and students through the curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities of the school. To achieve this, Marist School endeavors:

1. to be faithful to St. Marcellin Champagnat’s charism of providing Christian Education to the youth, making Jesus known and loved, with particular attention to the poor;
2. to form good Christians and virtuous citizens, men of character, persons learning how to live and how to make a living;
3. to help pupils and students grow to be total persons who integrate human, Christian and Marial values with the benefits of their academic education;
4. to cultivate in its graduates respect for human values as well as a personal interest in an active social and civic participation in the world around them; and
5. to do all that is possible to get the pupils and students to realize their full potential and to help them acquire the knowledge, values, and skills they will need for personal development and professional advancement.

Grade School Objectives:

Specifically, the Marist Grade School aims to produce pupils who:

1. appreciate their worth as persons and who in turn understand and appreciate others through the development of intrapersonal and interpersonal skills in interacting and reaching out to peoples in a multicultural and diverse setting;
2. manifest good habits and show understanding of conditions necessary to maintain physical well-being through sports and athletic activities, proper nutrition, physical conditioning, hygiene, health and safety;
3. exhibit their love for country and social consciousness with their knowledge of its history, culture, ideals, and needs; show concern for the welfare and dignity of their fellow citizens; and demonstrate respect for the law and duly constituted authorities;
4. demonstrate mastery of basic communication, scientific, mathematical, technological skills, and exhibit a positive attitude towards the learning process and the value of life-long learning;
5. show career awareness, vocational knowledge and a positive attitude towards work and the dignity of labor;
6. display critical thinking and good judgment through an integral education that provides them opportunities to learn to use a set of standards in arriving at a decision;
7. show a strong set of basic Christian, ethical and moral values such as self-discipline, honesty, respect, compassion, kindness, justice, peace, and respect for the integrity of creation;
8. appreciate and express one’s self creatively through the arts and other art forms such as visual, literary, music and performing arts;
9. apply in daily life their understanding and appreciation of the Catholic faith in relation to the family, school, Church, community and the bigger society.

Junior High School Objectives:

Specifically, the Marist Junior High School aims to form students who:

1. exhibit critical and creative thinking through the development of their intellectual, technological, and problem-solving skills, habits, values, and attitudes.
2. manifest proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing through written and oral discourse.
3. exhibit a healthy and physical well-being through a well-balanced sports, physical, and health education program.
4. show appreciation for music, arts, and culture through exposure and performances.
5. make informed decisions for the common good based on Christian faith and Marial virtues through religious education and varied learning situations.
6. apply their academic proficiency and social skills through active participation in co-curricular activities and extra-curricular activities.
7. show competence and readiness to engage in work and be productive contributors to national development
8. participate actively in society as responsible Filipino citizens through awareness of local and global socio-economic and political issues and through involvement in community service activities; and,
9. practice their Christian faith of believing, doing and trusting in pursuit of social justice, peace and respect for the integrity of creation.

Senior High School Objectives:

Specifically, the Marist Senior High School aims to form students who:

1. exhibit autonomous, critical and creative thinking through the development of their academic, artistic, physical, and technical-vocational skills, habits, values, and attitudes.
2. manifest proficiency in the analysis, synthesis and evaluation of ideas through research work and through written and oral discourse.
3. engage themselves in a life of continuous learning for their personal development and for the transformation of others
4. exhibit a healthy, physical outlook and well-being through a well-balanced sports, physical, and health education
5. show appreciation for culture and the arts through theory and practice.
6. make independent and informed decisions for the common good based on the tenets of their Christian faith and the Marial virtues through religious education.
7. apply a wide array of educational competencies through active participation in co-curricular activities and extra-curricular activities.
8. show competence and readiness to engage in work and be productive contributors to national development
9. participate actively and harmoniously in society as responsible Filipino citizens in both local and global contexts through involvement in community service activities; and,
10. practice the essence of their Christian faith of being and doing to effect social transformation through the pursuit of justice, peace and the integrity of creation.

The curricular programs include the academic offerings.  Each subject area administers its own program covering the development of knowledge, skills, attitudes and values from kindergarten to senior high school.

The Communication Arts Program provides Marist students the necessary skills in Filipino and English in order for them to react intelligently and creatively to life situations.

The Mathematics Program involves the development of the students’ logical and mathematical thinking skills to help them understand and interpret the many aspects of modern society in a rapidly changing world.

The Natural Sciences and Technology Program helps students gain and develop  scientific knowledge and attitude, master scientific processes and thinking, and acquire knowledge of the relationship between science, society, and the environment.

The Civics and Social Science Program endeavors to give in-depth treatment of social and historical learning content with the aim to make students enlightened and participative citizens in the socio-political life of the nation and the international community.

The Technology and Home Economics Programs covers the basic skills and concepts focusing on the resources available in the home, school and community in order to develop the students’ technical and occupational skills.

The Music, Arts, Physical Education, and Health Programs develops students’ capacity for music and arts expression and appreciation. Health concepts and physical activities provide opportunities for developing skills to live, to thrive, and to learn in the physical world .