"School must begin from the principle that its educational program is intentionally directed to the growth of the whole person." (6) Faithful to this fundamental tenet of Catholic education, St John's aims to develop every capability of every student — intellectual, physical, psychological, moral, and religious. St. John's seeks to mold its students into faith-filled Catholics who are strong and responsible individuals, capable of making the right choices. This formation includes the cultivation of ethical and social awareness, as well as a challenging academic preparation for high school. In the great tradition of Catholic education, St. John's strives to bring its students to the point where they desire learning so much that they experience a life-long passion for the pursuit of knowledge and truth.