St Philip School Melbourne, KY

Philip School is a Catholic school in which Pastor, Principal, Teachers, and Staff recognize the importance of religious education, intellectual advancement, and the social and emotional growth of each child in our care. Embracing the Gospel of Jesus Christ, we strive to “teach as Jesus did.”

Saint Philip School provides educational excellence in the context of gospel values, and the Catholic tra

dition of life. Service, good citizenship, and stewardship are an integral part of the Christian atmosphere. We provide a warm, physically and emotionally safe, child-centered environment for our students, in which the faculty collaboratively facilitates learning, through an active and challenging exploration of knowledge. In a student-centered atmosphere, we address multiple learning styles and through ongoing assessment continually improve practice. In addition, the faculty of Saint Philip School encourages collaboration and communication among parents, staff, students and community to build trusting relationships that promote the highest quality education for every child. The educators of Saint Philip School believe that:
Students should be taught the basic doctrines of the Catholic Church and of Christianity in general, that a Christian is one who totally integrates religion with living and has a respect for all life. Students are expected to become involved in the Christian Community by service to others; so that they understand Christian life as living, sharing, and example. Basic skills in all areas are to be taught in sequence; with attention to individual differences, a variety of approaches, and a variety of testing strategies. Students must be given the opportunity to gain a knowledge of, and an appreciation of, our country’s democratic heritage. Students must be encouraged to use self-discipline, which is the best discipline; and to develop responsibility. Teachers encourage creative thinking as the highest form of intellectual activity. Teachers are expected to witness the Gospel Message of Christ by word and example. The child’s first and greatest acquaintance with God and community takes place in the home; the first teachers are the parents, and the immense importance of the home cannot be underestimated. The teacher endeavors to create an atmosphere in which parents feel free to collaborate in the task of education.