Our Lady of Pompeii School at 129 Laverack Avenue, Lancaster, NY 14086 US - MISSION STATEMENT

     The faculty and staff of Our Lady of Pompeii School will strive to enrich each student spiritually, academically, and socially, as well as to develop his/her creative abilities enabling him/her to become contributing members of the parish and community.

“The duty and the right of educating belongs in a unique way to the Church which has been divinely entrusted with the mission to assist men and women so they can arrive at the fullness of Christian life.”         (Canon 794, #1)

The educational mission of the Church is clearly described by the American Bishops in their pastoral, To Teach as Jesus Did. This mission embraces a ministry which integrates: · Proclaiming the message of Jesus and the teaching of the Catholic Church · Creating an environment and opportunities for building community · Providing a variety of meaningful worship and liturgical experiences · Proclaiming the Church’s social teaching in all areas of catechesis and providing opportunities for service, linking faith and action This special mission sets Catholic schools apart from public and other private schools. By design, Catholic schools are faith communities which foster spiritual, academic and character development of students. Catholic schools prepare students for effective and responsible living and leadership in our world. To achieve their ends, Catholic schools create an environment which fosters a strong sense of community, high academic standards, discipline and order, a committed and collegial faculty, and exceptional parent interest and participation.