Philosophy
As a member of a worldwide network of Sacred Heart schools, Stone Ridge offers an education that is marked by a distinctive spirit. Central to its mission is the value Stone Ridge places on the development of the total person and, therefore, the school commits itself to building an environment characterized by seriousness of purpose, love of learning, creativity, beauty, and loving relationships. These elements are the basis for the five Goals of Sacred Heart schools. Stone Ridge, as a School of the Sacred Heart, commits itself to educate to these goals.
The goals are: I. A personal and active faith in God II. A deep respect for intellectual values III. A social awareness which impels to action IV. The building of community as a Christian value V. Personal growth in an atmosphere of wise freedom.
These are the Goals of a Sacred Heart education, the goals which both express and call forth the life of Stone Ridge. Stone Ridge's tradition marks every aspect of its life. A Catholic school for children of many faiths, Stone Ridge emphasizes the relationship of each child to Jesus.
The school gives serious attention to faith development. At each level, the children study the teachings of the Church, participate in its sacramental and devotional life, and address the social responsibilities shared by all Christians. Learning to make sound moral decisions is stressed throughout the school. Stone Ridge is committed to educating young women to a lively sense of God's action in their lives, to a serious understanding of the needs of our work, and to a joyful confidence that each one can help to change this world.
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