Students happily learn about ecology while working with the vegetable garden growing on campus.

Sustainability

Building a Resilient Future, Rooted in Responsibility

IN THIS SECTION

Framework for Sustainability at Saint Francis

Resiliency Planning

Vision: Develop a robust, resilient, and inclusive system that can withstand change.
 

Pillar I

Reduced Environmental Impact & Costs

Vision

Promote environmentally and economically sustainable projects that reduce the community’s impact, conserve valuable resources, and reduce costs.

What It Means

Resource Conservation; Materials Flow; Building and Grounds Energy use, Water use, and Waste; Transportation; Consumption and Purchasing; Food, Composting, and Waste.

What We Are Doing

Sustainable Transportation Program; Greenhouse Gas Audit; Three Stream Waste Program; Landscaping Irrigation Project; Smart HVAC Controls; Energy Monitoring Program; Recycled paper products in restrooms; E-Waste Disposal Program; etc.
Pillar II

Health, Wellness, & Safety

Vision

Ensure and promote access to a healthy and safe learning environment for all members of the community.

What It Means

Environmental Health; Indoor Air Quality; Nutrition, Health & Fitness; SEL, Mental Health and Wellbeing.

What We Are Doing

Greenhouse Gas Audit; MERV filter upgrading; Health and Fitness course; Advisory Program; Educator Affinity Groups; Student Affinity Groups; SEL Program; Nutrition education for athletes.
Pillar III

Effective Environmental & Sustainability Education

Vision

Recognize our shared responsibility as stewards of God’s creation and empower students to learn about real world issues, propose solutions, and engage in civic action through STEM and interdisciplinary opportunities.

What It Means

Interdisciplinary Learning; STEM Content; Environmental Knowledge, Skills, and Literacy; Climate Change and Sustainability Learning Outcomes; Civic Knowledge, Skills, Engagement, and Action.

What We Are Doing

Science Department Sustainability & Social Justice Outcomes; Environmental Science Courses; Environmental Club; Spiritual Ecology Course Proposal.

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“Praise be to you, my Lord, through our Sister, Mother Earth, who sustains and governs us, and who produces various fruit with coloured flowers and herbs.”

Saint Francis of Assisi

Foundation: Holy Cross Mission

At Saint Francis, our vision is to shape students into Holy Cross men and women who are uniquely prepared for college, service, and leadership. These individuals are grounded in integrity, discover their God-given talents, respect the dignity of every person, celebrate family, and bring hope to others.

Rooted in the Holy Cross Charism and inspired by our patron, Saint Francis, we embrace sustainability, while fostering spiritual ecology and meaningful community relationships. Everything we do is deeply connected to our Holy Cross Mission, guiding our students to live with purpose and make a positive impact on the world.

How Can We Help?

We’re here to support your commute decisions and welcome your feedback as we continue to grow and strengthen our Sustainable Transportation Program. Whether you’re looking for more information about your options, want help navigating local transit, or have suggestions for how we can improve, we’d love to hear from you. Your voice helps us build a more inclusive and effective program for the entire Saint Francis community.

Please reach out to our team with any questions about curriculum alignment, student development, or how we support your child in becoming a person of faith, a motivated scholar, and an engaged global citizen.

Transportation Coordinator

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