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Integrated Student Outcomes (ISOs)
Living as individuals with a strong foundation in Christian values and beliefs, the Palma student:
Demonstrating an appreciation for learning in a changing world by thinking and acting critically, independently, creatively and collaboratively, the Palma student:
Developing the knowledge to make healthful choices, to maximize skills for lifelong enjoyment of physical activity, and to master sportsmanship, the Palma student:
Interacting with others effectively and in a manner that reflects the Christian values of respect, compassion, and service, the Palma student:
Blessed Edmund Rice
Edmund Rice grew up in a wealthy family, wanting for nothing. However, he learned very early that not all enjoyed the comforts that he experienced. A commitment to charity inspired by his mother, combined with a devotion to, and adulation for, the work that Jesus performed, Edmund saw a great need among the poorest people in his community, particularly destitute young men or “street urchins” as they were often called. Without regard for his own comforts or well-being, Edmund applied his powerful sense of empathy and his unwavering devotion to a life spent educating, feeding, clothing, and sheltering a population that was otherwise overlooked in his time.
Edmund was not alone in his passionate commitment to providing basic education and religious instruction to the young men of his community. Other men who believed in Edmund’s mission and came to teach at his original school were inspired both by Edmund’s fervent vision and by the impact they were having on the lives of their students. In 1802, Edmund Rice and seven of his colleagues took religious vows, and the Congregation of Christian Brothers was formed. The Christian Brothers’ motto facere et docere, meaning, “to do and to teach,” now resonates in the work that these men do on six continents, in 25 countries, in more than 500 schools. Palma is honored to be a part of this proud tradition as Edmund Rice’s words and ideas echo in our Mission Statement, in our morning prayer, and in the spirit of compassion that is found on campus.
Pope John Paul II beatified Brother Edmund Ignatius Rice in Rome on October 5, 1996, and he became known as Blessed Edmund Ignatius Rice. His feast day is celebrated on May 5th.
Blessed Edmund Rice
1762-1844
Essential Elements of an Edmund Rice Christian Brother Education
Blessed Edmund Rice was given the grace to respond to the call of Jesus by identifying with Christ in the poor. His example evoked a deep awareness of God’s loving presence in all with whom he came in contact. He also awakened within them a consciousness of their dignity as children of God. He invited his followers to share the Gospel insight to reach out to the needy, especially the materially poor.
The life of Blessed Edmund Rice — businessman, husband, father, widower, religious brother, teacher, and founder — challenges all involved in Christian Brother Education to live and teach Gospel values. His vision inspires the Essential Elements of an Edmund Rice Christian Brother Education.
Board of Directors
Palma School’s Board of Directors is a dedicated group of community members who oversee the overall operation of the school by setting policy, managing finances and development, nominating the Chief Executive Officer and President of the corporation, and by monitoring the President’s performance. The President is a non-voting, ex-officio member of the Board and is responsible for the implementation of policy. The Board of Directors meets four times during the school year and is a corporate board, not a school board. The President is responsible for following corporate policy and delegates the day-to-day running of the school to the Principal.
Mr. Robert Alberts
Mr. Lou Amaral ’02
Ms. Michelle Beach
Mr. Chip Campion ’68
Mr. Dennis Donohue ’72
Mr. Eric Mueller ’01, Chair
Br. Dominic Murray, C.F.C.
Mr. Philip Speciale
Ms. Kelly Sutherland
Mr. Ted Taylor ’04
Mr. Calvin Van Ruler
Mr. Joseph Walsh ’85
Mr. Michael Zanger ’82
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Mindful of our primary mission to be a witness to the love of Christ for all, Palma School admits students of any race, color, national and/or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to the students at the school. Palma School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and/or ethnic origin, nor age in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs. While Palma School does not discriminate against students with special needs, a full range of services may not be available. Likewise, Palma School does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of gender, age, disability, race, color, and national and/or ethnic origin. Palma School reserves the right to be a sole judge of merit, competence and qualifications, and can favor Catholic applicants and co-workers in all employment decisions, especially in those positions that have direct bearing upon the pastoral activity of the Church.
