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Mission & Beliefs

Mission Statement

For more than half a century –

Drawing on the ideals of St. Francis of Assisi,

Rooted in the neighborhoods of Northeast Baltimore,

Envisioning a future even stronger than our past,

St. Francis of Assisi School forms children for a life of scholarship, spirituality, and service.

Statement of Beliefs

St. Francis of Assisi School, a Roman Catholic institution, believes in:

  • Bringing to life, in the city of Baltimore, the values of St. Francis:
  • Peace, love, forgiveness, joy, faith, hope, and understanding
  • Inspiring its students to live the Gospel message of Jesus through prayer and service
  • Preparing children for the academic challenges of high school
  • Offering an emotionally secure environment as an extension of the home
  • Embracing cultural, ethnic and social differences
  • Aligning its educational program to the dynamic world in which its students live
  • Affirming the value of a traditional, sequential educational approach
  • Welcoming the time, talent, and energy of parents
  • Enjoying the active support and guidance of its multi-generational parish community
  • Allowing kids to be kids – fully and vibrantly experiencing childhood


The Archdiocese of Baltimore:  Division of Catholic Schools

Vision Statement: Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore nurture and sustain the God-given gifts of every person, especially students, to be used in service to the Mission of Jesus.

Mission Statement: Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide a Christ-centered education that is academically excellent and empowers students to reach their full potential –spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and morally. Fostered through robust collaboration among all stakeholders, the mission is accomplished through accountable leadership at all levels, ongoing and coordinated strategic planning, centralized efficiencies, and financial sustainability.

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