Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Identity Parent Survey 2018 Question Title * 1. The administration, faculty, and staff convey the mission and philosophy to the students and their families. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 2. The mission, philosophy, and Catholic Identity of the school are important reasons for choosing this school. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 3. Our school makes the mission and philosophy visible and clearly communicated. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 4. All students are given the opportunity to prepare for and celebrate in the sacramental life of the Church. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 5. As primary educators in the faith, parents are included in the preparation of the sacraments for their student. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 6. Students learn to pray in times of sorrow and joy, disappointment and celebration, and in times of difficulty and success. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 7. A variety of prayer forms are experienced in the daily prayer life of the school. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 8. Students are taught to appreciate the sacred in all cultures and religions. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 9. Our school provides an academically rigorous Catholic religion program, taught by qualified teachers. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 10. Our school provides a home connection to the religion program to help parents support the faith life of their children. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 11. In all subjects, teachers help students think critically and ethically about the world around them based on Gospel values. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 12. The school uses the results of standardized testing (STAR and ACRE assessments) to improve curriculum, increase student learning, and communicate student progress to parents. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 13. Teachers use varied instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of all students. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 14. Our school communicates with parents about faith activities at the school. Agree Disagree Question Title * 15. I see myself as the primary educator of my child with the support of the school. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 16. There are opportunities and support materials for parents to learn about their role as the primary educator of their child at our school and parish. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 17. The home school communication is inclusive of parents in tone and written expression. Agree Disagree Question Title * 18. Our school uses a variety of means to communicate school-wide (mass communications, teacher communications, emails, texts, etc). Agree Disagree Question Title * 19. Newsletters from the administration and teachers are informative in regards to the faith formation practices at the school. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 20. Students are expected to participate in service projects throughout the school year. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 21. Students are able to relate their service to the Gospel. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 22. Faculty and staff demonstrate service to their students by serving in the community. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 23. Parents are given service opportunities related to Catholic values, Catholic Social Teachings, and global solidarity. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 24. Signs of our faith are displayed throughout the school campus. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 25. School events begin with prayer. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 26. Our school offers special prayer activities for students to help them grow in their faith (Rosary, Stations of the Cross, May Crowning, Lenten sacrifices, Advent prayers, etc.). Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 27. The image of Christ is central to all relationships (administration, faculty/staff, students, and parents). Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 28. The Gospel of Jesus Christ inspires and guides every dimension of the school's life and curriculum. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 29. The principal creates an atmosphere that promotes confidence in the faculty and student body to become public witnesses of their faith. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Question Title * 30. There is an emphasis on Jesus as the master teacher, who is seen as both model and means to becoming a good citizen. Agree Disagree Other (please specify) Done