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Mission and Philosophy
Nativity of Our Lord School is a community of parents, teachers, staff, and parishioners committed to helping each student grow into the person God has called them to be. Our educational philosophy is built on three pillars: faith, academics, and character development.
Faith
Nativity School’s primary responsibility is to provide students with a quality educational program grounded in Catholic faith and culture in order for students to:
- Gain an understanding of and participate in the sacraments, traditions, and rituals of the Catholic Church.
- Know and practice the Catholic faith and virtues.
- Develop an ever-deepening understanding of Catholic Social Teachings.
- Develop a heart for service.
Academics
Nativity School offers an academically challenging curriculum that encourages our students to become independent learners. By setting high expectations for all of our students while providing the necessary academic support to those who need it, we set each child up for success. Our academic program enables all students to:
- Master all core academic skills identified in the Minnesota State Academic Standards.
- Develop essential critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Foster an appreciation for the arts, sciences, and literature.
- Achieve 21st century collaborative learning objectives in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM).
- Participate in a wide variety of extracurricular experiences in the arts, athletics, and academic extensions.
In each grade level, the curriculum clearly defines goals and expectations for students and builds on the skills and programs students mastered in prior years. Students’ learning and growth is measured using a variety of formative and summative assessments.

Character Development
Nativity School fosters a relationship with parents and the parish community to help our students grow into respectful, responsible, faith-filled, and compassionate young people as they:
- Develop good character, self-respect, self-discipline, perseverance, and self-advocacy skills.
- Learn to work cooperatively in groups and foster respect and empathy for human differences and challenges.
- Learn to work independently and recognize one’s strengths and weaknesses.
- Take responsibility for their actions and choices.
- Demonstrate respect for others’ property and work.
- Cultivate a desire to give back to the community.