About Us - St. Junipero Serra Catholic School

Welcome to St. Serra!

Siempre Adelante…Always Forward!

These words inspired our founding families to establish a Catholic elementary school in South Orange County. Their commitment and determination resulted in the doors opening to 250 students in September of 1995. Today, they are the very same words that continue to strengthen and motivate us. St. Junipero Serra Catholic School now serves over 1,000 students and remains a leading, Catholic faith-based school in the Diocese of Orange.

Core Values

At St. Serra, we recognize and operate from eight fundamental principles from scripture that we refer to as our Core Values. Our Core Values are visible on the blue banners alongside the Chapel Gate. These Core Values not only remind us of what is important in life, but they also help guide our behaviors, decisions, and actions. Our eight Core Values are as follows:

“Rejoice always. Pray without ceasing. In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus.” - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

“We have come to know and to believe in the love God has for us. God is love, and whoever remains in love remains in God and God in him.” - 1 John 4:16

“For you were called for freedom, brothers. But do not use this freedom as an opportunity for the flesh; rather, serve one another through love.” 5:13

“For I know well the plans I have in mind for you—oracle of the LORD—plans for your welfare and not for woe, so as to give you a future of hope." -Jeremiah 29:11

“Give honor to all, love the community, fear God, honor the King.” - 1 Peter 2:17

“[And] be kind to one another, compassionate, forgiving one another as God has forgiven you in Christ.” - Ephesians 4:32

“Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong.” - 1 Corinthians 16:13

“Before disaster the heart is haughty, but before honor is humility.” - Proverbs 18:12

We Are Serra Strong!

Our Charism, Vision, and Mission Statements guide our purpose, our programs, and the way we form students in faith, virtue, and academic excellence.

CHARISM STATEMENT

Inspiring a deep faith, innovative mind, and caring heart through Christ...Siempre Adelante.

VISION STATEMENT

St. Junipero Serra Catholic School is valued as an exemplary Diocesan Catholic Parish Elementary School located in South Orange County, California. Motivated by the teachings of St. Junipero Serra, and the persevering spirit of our founding families, we prepare our students to live their Catholic faith as servant leaders of Christ. Guided by the Holy Spirit, St. Junipero Serra students are encouraged to develop their God-given gifts and talents to meet the challenges of this ever changing world.

MISSION STATEMENT

Rooted in the Catholic faith, evangelical vision and spirit, the community of St. Junipero Serra Catholic School welcomes families from the parishes of Holy Trinity, San Francisco Solano, Santiago de Compostela, and St. Kilian, and surrounding communities. Inspired by the gospel values and in a Christ-centered environment, we provide a nourishing community for students to develop their seeds of faith and gifts to live as true disciples and servants of Christ. Our academic programs promote student success through a challenging and diverse curriculum meeting the varied learning needs and unique potential of the whole child.

Why Choose St. Serra?

Watch the video below to hear how St. Serra has shaped our students—generation after generation.