Letter from the President

Incarnate Word Academy is unique in its focus, composition and orientation. Our mission aims at educating the whole person: concentrating on the intellectual, spiritual, emotional, moral and physical development of the child. The school provides elementary, middle and secondary educational opportunities on one campus.

Students at IWA cultivate a life-long love for learning and service, experience Christian community, and grow in commitment to Gospel values. This year we will re-orient our students to the Characteristics of an Incarnate Word Academy Student, providing a pattern for SCHOOL and for LIFE...

FAITH
•Students have a clear, growing understanding of the fundamentals of the Catholic faith and Incarnation spirituality;
•Students are prayerful persons, able to recognize their God-given gifts, and actively participate in their faith community;
•Students act on gospel values and live generous lives of loving service;
•Students have strong, positive moral values and are committed to ongoing personal faith and character development.

FAMILY SPIRIT
•Students are whole persons who demonstrate the capacity for enhancing and sustaining mental, physical, emotional and spiritual wellness for their personal benefit, the benefit of their family, and the benefit of the larger human family;
•Student are motivated individuals who can prioritize options, access and process information, manage time, and assume responsibility for their choices;
•Students are capable of maintaining and modeling family spirit in their interpersonal relationships characterized by openness, respect, integrity, and collaboration.

ACADEMICS
•Student have the intellectual, moral, creative, and organizational skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in higher education and life paths of their choice;
•Students are effective communicators and critical thinkers who have the skills necessary to interact in a multi-cultural community;
•Students are able to apply knowledge to practical situations using creative thinking and critical analysis to manage change and shape the future;
•Students are technologically literate people who understand the use and implications of technology in our world.

FAITHFUL CITIZENSHIP
•Students are contributing citizens of our world — informed about social issues and committed to improving the quality of life for all, particularly the poor, marginalized and oppressed;
•Students are able to follow an argument and understand another's point of view, as well as how to evaluate alternatives, to judge prudently, and to choose responsibly to create a better world.

Praised be the Incarnate Word!

Charles D. Imbergamo
President