Villa Spiritus is an integrated educational program that honours the theological order of the domestic Church, affirming parents as the primary educators of their children. The Villa Spiritus program is informed by the knowledge that children are persons with dignity and a supernatural destiny.
Villa Spiritus has an intentional monastic ordering. The rhythm of the day revolves around the chanting of the daily offices, the Little Hours, and attendance at Mass. The influence of monastic spirituality, industriousness and orderliness permeate Villa Spiritus in tangible ways.
The wholesome environment of Villa Spiritus allows each child to mature academically and in virtue with gentle and charitable guidance. Studies are meant to emphasise and nurture the intellectual, historical, artistic, and spiritual gifts of the faith. The ultimate goal is for students to discover the influence and beauty of Catholicism in every aspect of culture and their own lives, growing in holiness and drawing ever closer to the Triune God.
Villa Spiritus supports the option of being either a full-time student or a part time student. All students are taught Religion, Math, Science, Choral Music, Art, and other curricular options.
For part time students: Parents home educate English, Social Studies and subjects desired in addition to the above. Villa Spiritus fully supports traditional home education high school completion options, including a parent-verified transcript and diploma, and also supports course challenges that may be applied towards an Alberta High School Diploma.
For full time students: Villa Spiritus partners with online schools that offer English and Social Studies. Other courses required for the Alberta Diploma are offered at Villa Spiritus for these students so that they may achieve the Alberta High School Diploma.
“...the cultivation of the intellect is an end distinct and sufficient in itself...
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