• We are grounded in the Word of God and share this source of light and strength.

• We cultivate a sense of the sacred and search for transcendence that leads to a deeper meaning in life.
• We integrate the teachings and values of Jesus in all aspects of our educational ministry.
• We provide religious and moral education to develop an integrated spirituality for global citizenship.

• We initiate and deepen faith formation of Christians through a variety of specific programs and experiences.
• We promote a spirit of dialogue with diverse cultures and religions and are open to mutual enrichment.
• We live a simple Gospel life-style and educate for solidarity so that all may enjoy the blessings of the earth.
• We commit ourselves through selfless serving to be bearers of hope to a world in need.

• We appreciate, respect and reverence the uniqueness of each individual and the diversity among all persons.
• We actively support a holistic education which encourages a positive sense of self-worth and the full development of the person.
• We reverence the image of God in each person we encounter through respectful listening and availability.

• We create a welcoming atmosphere that builds relationships leading to unity and community.
• We provide opportunities and environments to help persons to claim and regain their human dignity, identity and self-worth.

• We follow Jesus, our Master Teacher, and give witness to his spirit of compassion, hope and joy, especially to those who experience poverty in its various forms.
• We nurture the Notre Dame charism, spirit and mission among ourselves as educators and among all with whom we work.
• We reverence Mary, the Woman of Hope, who made visible the glad tidings of the Gospel.
• We share the rich spiritual and educational heritage of the Sisters of Notre Dame by using opportunities for ongoing formation and professional growth.

• We promote collaborative programs and processes that assure the continuity of the excellence of Notre Dame education through our commitment, competence and dedication.
• We affirm that goodness supported by firmness is a characteristic mark of our educational heritage.
• We create clean, orderly and attractive surroundings in order to provide a safe environment conducive to learning and respectful of all.

• We ensure a thoroughness of instruction that is rooted in Gospel values, the Social Teachings of the Church and an understanding of complex world realities.
• We provide an integrated education, one that leads people to a fully human life in relation to themselves, God, others and all of creation.
• We create the environment to develop value-based leadership skills and the ethical use of communications media and technology.

• We form students to be reflective critical thinkers and life-long learners who have the determination to influence systemic and structural change.
• We nurture in ourselves and others an ongoing commitment to act with preferential care and love on behalf of those who are poor and marginalized, especially women and children.
• We transform our institutions to be centers of non-violence, compassion and justice, and give personal and corporate witness to peace-building and the responsible care of creation.