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About Us Junipero Serra High School
Junipero Serra High School is located in Gardena, California. The school is operated by the Department of Catholic Schools of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. The High School was founded by James Francis Cardinal McIntyre in 1950.
The school, which was largely staffed by the Society of Mary, graduated its first class in 1953. Religious of the Sacred Heart and Carondolet Sisters and archdiocesan priests have also helped to staff the school at various times in its history. The last Marianists left the school in 1994. The school has played a very important role in the life of the community, graduating over four thousand students.
The current administration and faculty are predominately lay women and men. Their dedication to the Catholic philosophy of education and values of the Gospel serves as an example for today's youth.
In addition to Gardena, the school also serves Carson, Compton, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Lawndale, Lennox, South Central Los Angeles and Torrance. The student body brings with it a diverse cultural and ethnic background which continues to enrich the traditions begun in 1950.
Our Mission
We, the students and faculty of Junipero Serra High School are committed to developing morally aware and academically strong individuals who are of service to society
Philosophy
In the tradition of Padre Serra, Serra High School provides a Catholic and college preparatory education for our students with varied curricular and extra-curricular programs. With the support of faculty, parents, alumni, the advisory board and the community, students from diverse cultural, economic and religious backgrounds work together to create a true Christian spirit.
This tradition, based on the Gospel of Jesus Christ, educates the whole person, emphasizing the importance of developing the individual spiritually, academically, socially, and physically. This emphasis instills the self-motivation for success in life now and in the future.
Motto
"You Shall Be My Witnesses."
Acts 1:8
Goals and Objectives
Goal 1: To strengthen and develop the spiritual well-being of our students.
Objectives:
- Catholic Christian values will be promoted in all facets of school life.
- All students will participate in a four year program of religious studies.
- All students will participate in a four year program of Christian service to the community.
- Students, faculty and staff will participate in liturgical celebrations and other spiritual exercises.
- Students, faculty and staff will conduct themselves in accordance with Christian values at all times.
Goal 2: To strengthen and develop the intellectual well-being of our students.
Objectives:
- The curriculum will meet state, Archdiocesan, U.C. and Cal State requirements and guidelines.
- Each department will offer a sequential, age-appropriate program of classes.
- All students will be provided with a comprehensive course of studies that is challenging.
- A variety of electives (within the limitations imposed by a small school) will be offered to meet the interests and needs of the students.
- Students will be challenged to think critically and independently in all courses and to recognize that learning is a lifelong process.
- Students will be able to communicate effectively, reason clearly and analyze constructively.
Goal 3: To strengthen and develop the social well-being of our students in order to prepare them to be active members of the family, Church, and society to which they belong.
Objectives:
- Positive and consistent discipline will emphasize personal responsibility, accountability and good work habits in all aspects of school life.
- Personal, familial, civic, and moral responsibility will be stressed and/or reinforced in all aspects of school life.
- The guidance program will encourage student responsibility, independence, and self-discipline.
- Student activities and athletics will provide opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate responsibility, leadership and teamwork.
- Cultural awareness and appreciation of ethnic diversity will be stressed and/or reinforced in all aspects of school life.
- A variety of extracurricular social activities will allow students to develop their social skills in a safe, supervised and positive environment.
Goal 4: To strengthen and develop the physical well-being of our students.
Objectives:
- A variety of athletic programs will help students develop self-discipline and positive health habits.
- The importance of good physical health and an active lifestyle will be taught in physical education and health classes as well as the athletic programs.
- Respect for the body as a temple of the Holy Spirit will be stressed and/or reinforced in all aspects of school life.
Goal 5: To strengthen and develop a familial atmosphere that fosters close collaboration among students, school personnel, and parents.
Objectives:
- The school will encourage the involvement of students, parents and personnel in the appropriate aspects of school life.
- Personnel will make themselves available to students and parents in order to assist students to reach their educational goals.
- The school will support and encourage dialogue and open communication among all school constituencies.
Goal 6: To promote increased success and professional competency among our faculty.
Objectives:
- The school will encourage professional growth for all personnel.
- The school will provide regular in services to improve teacher competence.
- Teachers will be regularly supervised and evaluated.
- Teachers will keep abreast of the current trends in education, subject area knowledge and methodology.
- Teachers will be able to teach students with a variety of achievement levels and learning styles.
- Teachers will treat students with the dignity due any child of God.
Contact Information
Postal Address:
14830 South Van Ness Avenue
Gardena, CA 90249
Telephone: 310-324-6675
Fax: 310-352-4953
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