The learning environment at Villa Maria is based on the fostering of mutual respect and courtesy.
The learning environment at Villa Maria requires students to fully participate in and actively contribute to all classroom activities. This involves being courteous and respectful of their classmates, teachers, and the learning environment.
Students are required to pay special attention to all written and verbal instructions, being sure to understand them and to follow them.
Students are encouraged to think about what they are learning and to ask relevant questions to increase their understanding. However, students must use appropriate methods to indicate to their teacher and/or classmates that they wish to do so.
All students must invest the appropriate amount of time and effort inside and outside of the classroom to meet the established learning and performance expectations.
Students are encouraged to be self-aware as learners and to consider feedback from peers and teachers when revising work.
Each student must ensure that she brings the appropriate materials and resources to class, and maintains her course work, binders, and portfolios in an orderly manner.