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Philosophy

  • That Christian education is most needed in Philippine society and therefore all educational efforts should be based on this fundamental tenet;
  • That academic excellence as well as total development should be consciously and consistently woven into every effort of the school;
  • That the school should be a dynamic contributor in producing literate, productive, useful, patriotic and upright citizens and that literacy should embrace at least basic and moral enlightenment in numeracy and science;
  • That the school should be an agent of the preservation and improvement of the desirable aspects of Filipino culture;
  • That the home is a potent partner of the school in the education of the children;
  • That the entire school campus and its physical components like the classrooms, halls, corridors, library and other study areas compose one dynamic, cohesive and convergent learning center and that the educational community, which includes the officers, teachers, administrative-supervisory and support personnel, pupils, parents and guardians and even the members of the Cornerstone Faith Community, constitute a vibrant learning society and God’s household – all contributing to the development and formation of the pupils and democratic living; and
  • That the school is a living organic unit operant and attuned to contemporary developments and trends in science and technology, including human development and instructional technology, and accepted practices of Christian formation on the gospel values.

Core Values

Christian Foundation/ Christ-Centered

Living the Gospel values in one’s personal life and in interpersonal dealings. This includes proper behavior in an organization (STEFTI, CFC, etc.).

High Achievement

Strong drive to rise above mediocrity; of doing even ordinary things in an extraordinary ways.

Responsibility

Readily responding to a perceived need and assuming accountability for one’s actions.

Integrity

Faithfully adhering to the STEFTI philosophy, vision, mission and goals.

Selfless Service

Practical application of Christ’s commandment to love: rendering loving service unconditionally.

Talent, Teamwork

Offering individual and varied talents and gifts, and working as a family and team for the common good.

Love

“... the greatest... is love.” (1 Cor. 13:13)

Integrity

Faithfully adhering to the STEFTI philosophy, vision, mission and goals.

Knowledge

Active love and continuing quest for learning about things of the world... about life... and about God.

Excellence

Never letting one’s life be sterile; striving to be the best one can be.