Graduate Profile
A graduate of Mary Help of Christians Academy is prepared to be a woman who is an intellectually competent, highly motivated independent thinker, with a strong knowledge of self, possessing religious convictions, and superior leadership abilities. She also has strong sense of her Salesian identity.
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RELIGIOUS VALUES/SALESIAN IDENTITY 
  • Is knowledgeable of the Scriptures and of the authentic teachings of the Catholic Church and can articulate her beliefs 
  • Values the sacramental life, particularly that of Reconciliation and Eucharist, for a deep relationship with God and others
  • Participates in, contributes to, and serves her local worshipping community
  • Has the wisdom to live her faith at home, in the workplace, and in civic society, looking to Mary our Mother as model and help 
  • Can identify her morals and values and make decisions within a Christian ethical framework 
  • Is aware of the loving presence of God in her everyday life 
  • Integrates the Salesian way of reason, religion and kindness in her rapport with others
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INTELLECTUALLY COMPETENT
  • Possesses the fundamentals of language, mathematics, technology, the sciences, the humanities, and those specialized subject areas necessary for her college studies
  • Is aware that each of the various academic disciplines has its own central ideas, methodologies, boundaries and limitations
  • Exercises intellectual curiosity and can apply her knowledge to new situations
  • Has the flexibility to adjust to varied learning formats
  • Can demonstrate problem solving and decision making skills both individually and collaboratively
  • Expresses her affective and intellectual capacities spontaneously and creatively, in the areas of her personal strength
  • Appreciates the wealth of the human legacy shared among cultures, religions, and nationalities
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HIGHLY MOTIVATED
  • Exhibits high expectations and standards for academic achievement and assesses her own performance
  • Has the humility and personal strength to seek out support systems during transitions in her life and to recover from setbacks
  • Embraces a strong work ethic and supports it with organization and a wise use of time and resources
  • Makes educated judgments by connecting strategies to long and short-term goals
  • Has a lifelong love of learning and assumes responsibility for her own personal, spiritual, and professional growth
  • Is pro-active in her church and community
  • Has developed a sense of solidarity with those in need as well as a strong will to assist them and to effect social change
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INDEPENDENT THINKER
  • Is an independent, critical, reflective thinker who possesses the ability to evaluate conditions, face ambiguities, and generate solutions.
  • Has develooped clarity in her own personal style of thought and expression, both written and oral.
  • Demonstrates flexibility, open to ideas while grounded in core truths and principles.
  • Reflects upon the consequences of her decisions for herself as well as for others.
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KNOWLEDGE OF SELF AS A WOMAN
  • Is attuned to the roles of women in society and is actively seeking her own vocation
  • Possesses a strong self image which renders her capable of healthy autonomy
  • Is confident to share her individual talents
  • Finds meaning in directing her energies towards the building of a culture of life
  • Is integrating her sexuality in her personality, her world outlook, her manner of relating to others, and her relationship to God
  • Strives to create a healthy balance in the use of leisure time and in her social life
LEADERSHIP ABILITIES
  • Possesses leadership abilities characterized by compassaion, accountability, commitment, collaboration and the willingness to take risks
  • Speaks persuasively while maintaining focus
  • Demonstrates the ability to influence others to effect positive change
  • Meets challenges with confidence in God and herself.