Schoolwide Learning Expectations

In addition to meeting the San Francisco Archdiocesan and California curriculum and academic standards, St. Thomas More School students are expected to be THINKers.

Thoughtful, Spiritual Individuals
Highly Effective Communicators 
Involved Citizens
Nurturing Individuals
Knowledge Seekers.

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Who We Are

Thoughtful, Spiritual Individuals Who:

• Acknowledge the existence and presence of God
  
• Actively participate in the school's prayer and liturgical life
  
• Show by their actions that they respect others
  
• Make moral decisions in the light of gospel values
  
• Share their time and resources in the service of others

Highly Effective Communicators Who:

• Express ideas clearly and confidently
  
• Listen to and respect the views of others
  
• Work individually and cooperatively in finding solutions
  
• Use technology as a tool to learn and communicate ideas
  

Involved Citizens Who:

• Understand the sacredness of all life
  
• Appreciate other cultures and religions
  
• Participate in humanitarian and environmental service projects 
  
• Are conscious of current events both locally and globally and their effect on the world
  

Nurturing Individuals Who:

• Are aware of their rights and corresponding responsibilities
  
• Share their academic talents with others
  
• Make themselves aware of the social and emotional needs of others
  
• Support and encourage their fellow schoolmates
  
• Inspire school spirit by their example
  

Knowledge Seekers Who:

• Desire to learn
  
• Use critical thinking skills
  
• Show an appreciation for literature and the arts
  
• Apply organizational skills
  
• Use prior knowledge in new situations