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Philosophy and Mission
Mission Statement
The mission of Incarnate Word Academy is to challenge young women of faith to achieve their God-given potential as academically successful Women of the Word, following the example of Jesus, the Incarnate Word, by promoting human dignity, thereby empowering themselves and others to make a positive impact on our world.
 
Incarnate Word Academy's Core Beliefs:
  • Follow the example of Jesus
  • Foster academically successful women
  • Promote human dignity
  • Empower and challenge young women
  • Make a positive impact on our world

Vision Statement of Incarnate Word Academy
Incarnate Word Academy, a Catholic college preparatory school for young women in the greater St. Louis area, will graduate the next generation of compassionate, empowered leaders, by welcoming a diverse community, offering academic excellence, spiritual growth and technological competencies at a competitive cost.
 
Statement of Philosophy
The philosophy of Incarnate Word Academy is rooted in the mission of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. Our task is to make visible the love of God as revealed in Jesus, the Incarnate Word, by promoting human dignity. The mission challenges us to raise the consciousness of our school community, to respect cultural diversity, to respond to the needs of the poor, to work for peace and justice, and to be ecologically responsible.

The essence of the Incarnation gives religious significance to the humanizing work of education to which we are dedicated. The college preparatory curriculum develops the individual by encouraging academic achievement and personal growth.
 

Mission Integration
Mission Integration focuses on implementing the mission of Jesus, the Incarnate Word, in daily life. At IWA this relates to spiritual development, inclusion within the curriculum, and community outreach. IWA’s Mission Statement and Core Beliefs are posted in every building and are incorporated into various aspects of school programs and activities. Faculty and staff witness to living the mission in the manner in which they relate to others and perform their duties.


School Prayer
We praise your name Lord Jesus Christ Incarnate Word of God.
By your incarnation you dignified us.
Open our eyes that we may recognize you in one another.
Help us, O God, to be the loving presence of Jesus, the Incarnate Word, today!
Praised be the Incarnate Word!
Forever, Amen.
 
 
School Song
Oh, Incarnate Word!
Our dear Incarnate Word!
Loud be your praises heard,
We sing them now up to the sky.
We students pledge our loyalty,
All our fidelity,
We say with sincerity
Your culture's from the most high.
We say true; We love you;
Yes, we do honor you;
Ask us anything and we will try.
Alma Mater dear, hark to these maidens here;
Our aid is ever near;
You will have our hearts until we die.