Why St. Austin?
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Catholic education in the heart of Austin -
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Our Guiding Principles
Mission
St. Austin Catholic School prepares students to be: Christ-centered, academically strong, moral community leaders.
Vision
Non-scholae, sed vitae - meaning “we learn not for school, but for life."
This vision is felt the second you step foot on campus and is an embodiment of the goal of our staff and faculty members of educating the whole child and empowering students to become future leaders of tomorrow.Mantra
Be it known to all who enter here that Christ is the reason for this school. He is the unseen but ever present teacher in our classrooms. He is the model for faculty and the inspiration of its students.
School Motto
A Community of Faith, Learning, and Action since 1917.
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Philosophy and GoalsAt St. Austin Catholic School, we believe a student learns best in a Catholic environment; one that enhances spiritual growth and development. We seek to give each student instruction in the Catholic faith and provide all students the opportunity to practice this faith in an atmosphere rooted in Catholic values. Together with the Paulist Fathers, we develop “Spirit-Filled” students with a faith that is lived in our Catholic traditions, in prayer and worship, and in service to others.
We believe that St. Austin Catholic School is an extension of the home and shares with the parents the responsibility to prepare students to grow as individuals – academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. We believe every individual has an inherent dignity and worth. We believe we are accountable for developing a citizen who has a dedication to God and country, loyalty to the community, and respect for self and others.
We promote this philosophy through the following objectives:- To teach religion as a way of life and necessary link in combining all avenues of knowledge;
- To provide a knowledge based curriculum that challenges students to develop their critical thinking;
- To develop school spirit, civic pride, good sportsmanship and leadership qualities through co-curricular programs;
- To develop life-long care for our physical bodies through physical education and health programs;
- To establish a strong connection between home and school through frequent parent-teacher communications, Parents’ Club activities, and parish/school activities; and
- To cultivate a spirit of consideration, courtesy and refinement to prepare students to assume their place in society.
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Our Core Values
St. Austin Catholic School empowers each child to live life in the example our four CORE values as examples of God’s love to all:
Respect: Having regard for yourself and others, God’s word, fair and just authority, diversity within our society and accepting the right of others to hold different or opposing views.
Dignity: Knowing that, as God’s children, everyone has an innate right to be valued, respected and to receive ethical treatment.
Integrity: Being consistently honest, trustworthy, and conscientious of others in thoughts, words and deeds.
Community: Fostering a Christian environment where everyone is challenged to listen, learn, change and serve.
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All are Welcome!
As a school founded in the traditions of Catholicism, but also the Paulist Fathers, our approach at St. Austin is framed through the lens of an apostolic mission which recognizes the Paulist tradition of inclusivity. You are loved and welcomed for who you are, where you are in your life. There is no need to change you into something that they feel like is the more ideal version of who they think you should be. You are allowed to be who you are.
When students are in an environment that they feel welcomes their unique backgrounds and experiences, it not only allows them to learn at their fullest potential, but it also allows them to feel safe. St. Austin, mindful of its mission to be a witness to the love of Christ for all, admits students regardless of race, color, national origin, and/or ethnic origin to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. We strive to foster a listening community that respects differences, honors lived experiences and is welcoming to all.
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