MISSION STATEMENT

Motivated by a quest for knowledge and understanding, inspired by faith and impelled by God’s call to love, students will discover their potential and utilize their God-given talents to work respectfully and co-operatively. Empowered with a positive sense of self-esteem, our students will be encouraged to live fully and to use their talents in service to the community of God’s people, thereby making the world a better place. St. Jerome School, in partnership with family and church, provides a spiritual journey into Catholic education which fosters spiritual and intellectual growth rooted in the gospel teachings of Christ.

CATHOLIC FOCUS

St. Jerome Catholic School is located at 790 Paisley Blvd. West, this is the Huron Park area of Mississauga. The school was established in 1981 and was blessed on May 17, 1982 by Most Rev. M. Pearse Lacey of St. Martin of Tours Parish. St. Jerome Catholic School has a population of approximately 278 students from Kindergarten to Grade 8 who come from a wide range of social and ethnic backgrounds reflecting the ever increasing diversity of cultures found within Mississauga.

The school is named after St. Jerome, a great biblical scholar who lived during the fourth century and is called a Father and a Doctor of the Church. One of his famous sayings is "Now we have to translate the words of Scripture into deeds: instead of talking of holy things, we must enact them." Our students come to us with a variety of strengths and needs, with their Catholic faith as their common bond. Our prayer life, liturgical celebrations, sacraments, and our faith and values system form the foundation of our school. The school motto, “Living and Learning in Faith” reflects a holistic philosophy where religion, school and daily life are intertwined. Our faith in action and outreach social justice programs work to support St. Vincent de Paul, ShareLife, Christmas Mitten Tree, Dr. Simone through donation drives, Sleeping Children Around the World Shoebox for School Supplies Campaign.

The St. Jerome Catholic School strives to be Christ-centered so that all may work and learn in a safe, supportive, inclusive and respectful environment. St. Jerome Catholic School strives to provide students with the opportunity to realize their full potential and develop into skilled, knowledgeable, caring citizens who contribute positively to society.