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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. 
- 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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- 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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- Is an independent, critical, reflective thinker who possesses the ability to evaluate conditions, face ambiguities, and generate solutions
- Has developed 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
KNOWLEDGE OF SELF AS A WOMAN
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- 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
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- Possesses leadership abilities characterized by compassion, 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 in herself
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