Mission & Tradition

Chaminade students are formed in the Roman Catholic faith and its rich intellectual tradition, grounded in both faith and reason. Guided by Christian moral values, they grow in faith and character through academic study, extracurriculars, retreats, liturgies, and Apostolic Works Service Learning. Students learn to respect other faith traditions while deepening their understanding of their own. Through this formation and the Marianist tradition, they discover God’s love and look to Mary as a model of faithful discipleship, nurturing a deep and personal relationship with God.

Chaminade students thrive in a community rooted in family spirit—where openness, respect, integrity, and meaningful dialogue are foundational. Here, every relationship is an opportunity to recognize the presence of Christ, and every student is embraced in a welcoming, inclusive environment where they truly belong.

Chaminade students embody Catholic Marianist values of compassion, justice, peace, and respect for the dignity of every person and all creation. They grow as informed, engaged citizens who seek to address social and environmental injustices through thoughtful action and service. Inspired by Mary’s prophetic spirit, they work together to promote understanding and positive change in the world.

Chaminade students develop their critical thinking skills in the search for truth and in recognition of the importance of lifelong learning. They develop the ability to critically evaluate change and hone leadership skills in an effort to create positive changes in society through reflection and discernment. Students are challenged to emulate Mary and see the openness of the future and follow her counsel to “Do whatever he tells you,” and be available to God.

Chaminade provides an academically challenging curriculum that cultivates each student’s gifts and nurtures the whole person. As Blessed Chaminade said, “The essential is the interior.” Through habits of reflection and self-awareness, students strengthen their interior spirit and apply critical thinking to real-world situations. They come to value education as a lifelong journey of growth, discovery, and faith.