History/Philosophy

PRINCIPAL’S LETTER

Incarnate Word Academy is a unique educational institution under the direction of the Sisters of the Incarnate Word.  It was founded to assist parents with the education of young children.  It is an alternative school other than one provided by the parish within the Catholic Diocesan system.

Education has become a complex program, so we must build our academic curriculum in accordance with regulations of the State of Ohio, Department of Education and the Diocese of Cleveland, Department of Education.

The religious development and growth of each child is of primary importance. Therefore, we wish to work closely with parents in this endeavor.  As Christian educators, we have a vision and a challenge as people called forth to echo the “Good News” to the children you entrust to us.  We affirm that we shall use our unique gifts to give this service in the name of the Incarnate Word.

PHILOSOPHY

Each child created by God is a unique individual.  Incarnate Word Academy strives to provide the educational atmosphere which will help develop their potential as a child of God and as a member of the human race.

The first priority is “To Teach as Jesus Did.”  To do this, the educational program must be Christ centered.  The faculty and the students comprise the community of faith.  By teaching and example, the teachers will lead the students to a knowledge and love of God which will find a response in lives lived in a truly Christian manner.  The recognition that knowledge builds faith and that this must be converted into principles of living that are compatible with Catholic teaching and ideals will help the child to make Christ alive in his life.