Mission & Vision

We Welcome You…

to our respected, faith based elementary school, where high-quality education is provided to many children in central Iowa. With a strong spirit of cooperation we work with family school, church, and community toward the development and success of the whole child-academically spiritually, artistically, socially, and athletically.

Mission Statement

St. Cecilia School, an educational ministry of St. Cecilia Church, is a Preschool-6th Grade Christ-centered educational environment. We ensure students develop self-discipline, individual academic excellence, cultural awareness, and a commitment to lifelong service.

Vision Statement

The vision of St. Cecilia School is to provide a quality, Catholic Christian education that stimulates lifelong learning and nurtures responsible, productive citizens. The goal will be attained by developing an academically and spiritually enriching educational plan designed to foster individual needs through curriculum, instructional strategies, and assessment tools.

Learning objectives

The Archdiocese of Dubuque Catholic School System has established the following student learning goals:

Students at Saint Cecilia School will:

• Demonstrate knowledge of God and the Catholic religion and show evidence of spiritual growth

• Effectively communicate for a variety of purposes

• Observe, infer, analyze, and evaluate ideas, processes, structures, and organizations

• Solve problems and resolve conflicts individually and cooperatively

• Apply creativity and skill in the performing and fine arts

• Be responsible members of local and global communities

• Make decisions based on Gospel values

• Be responsible and respectful of the environment

• Formulate and achieve healthy lifestyles

• Effectively and morally use technology

• Develop lifelong goals and strategies for living