Archbishop Spalding graduates are women and men of purpose; guided by their faith they are open to encountering God in all things. Compassionately engaged in the world, they strive for human excellence.
An Archbishop Spalding Graduate is...
Faithful - Engaging in a lifelong spiritual pilgrimage of encountering God in all things.
Principled - Drawing strength from one's faith to make choices that reflect one's morals, even when faced with peer pressure or challenging situations.
Courageous - Embracing intellectual humility to engage with unfamiliar ideas and cultures, even if they challenge one's existing beliefs; and by living in a way that reflects faith and principles despite challenges, using one's voice for what's right when it feels uncomfortable or unpopular.
Compassionate - Recognizing Christ in the suffering of others and using Gospel values to guide one's actions in a way that reflects the love of God to the world.
Persistent - Demonstrating perseverance, fueled by faith, to achieve one's goals, support others, and contribute to the humanization of the world.
Reflective - Spending time making meaning out of experiences and understanding that one's spiritual growth is a biological imperative. Each day, a Spalding graduate cast votes for the person they hope to be.
Generous - Using one’s talents, time, and resources to serve others with a joyful and open heart that reflects Christ's love for all one encounters.