Benilde-St. Margaret’s School is deeply rooted in three vibrant Catholic traditions – The Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, the Christian Brothers, and the Benedictines. Each of these orders has blessed us with its charism – a unique character and mission, a gift entrusted to them by God to share with the world.
Learn about the many ways students are living out the mission of our founding orders at BSM:
BSM teachers are steeped in the Lasallian virtues of the teaching profession, a profession where the student experience is wrapped in faith and love. Professional development is supported and all teachers engage in a process of continuous improvement. “Touching Hearts and Minds” is a hallmark of a Lasallian education.
Common Basket:
Common Basket is a well-rounded approach to philanthropy, emphasizing a balance of sharing time, talent and treasure. Based on an approach to philanthropy developed by the Christian Brothers, BSM's Common Basket utilizes an educational component about a local, national, or international justice issue while giving the students an opportunity to discern their role of giving to help those less fortunate. Learn more about Common Basket at BSM
Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Program:
St. John Baptist De La Salle challenges each teacher to help each and every student reach their highest potential. At BSM that happens through the extensive professional development offered to teachers. We also facilitate a Parent Affinity group which is a task advisory group for parents of students of color that partners with the school on initiatives that propel our diversity, equity and inclusion plan forward. It provides opportunities for community building and networking. Learn more about BSM's EIB program
Connecting with our charisms and heritage is central to our Catholic identity. From them we gain a broader vision and an expanded community.
“There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same Spirit; there are different forms of service but the same Lord; there are different workings but the same God who produces all of them in everyone...we are many parts but all one body in Christ.”
(1 Corinthians 12:4-6...12)
This course honors the Sisters of St. Joseph commitment to moving always toward the profound love of God and love of dear neighbor without distinction. Using Catholic Sacramental theology, students reflect on and advocate for social justice issues. Students become a sign of God’s love through the Gospel call to Right Relationship. Students will learn about the power of human potential to bring positive change in the world.
Discipleship in Society:
The Sisters of St. Joseph urge us to move from the center where we are comfortable to the margins of vulnerability. Through this course, students will deepen and broaden their understanding of the Gospel message and the Church’s social teaching. Students will learn how Christ’s concern for others, especially the poor and vulnerable, is present today in the Church’s mission. Learning about the cycles of poverty and injustice that keep people oppressed, students will discern their roles in service to others.
The largest co-curricular program at the school, RKVC has over 500 student members. This program centers on student volunteers working in the community where they gain experience from a variety of volunteer opportunities including time in hospitals and nursing homes to helping children with special needs.
Connecting with our charisms and heritage is central to our Catholic identity. From them we gain a broader vision and an expanded community.
“There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same Spirit; there are different forms of service but the same Lord; there are different workings but the same God who produces all of them in everyone...we are many parts but all one body in Christ.”
(1 Corinthians 12:4-6...12)
Link Crew is a national organization that is implemented in high schools all over the country. The ultimate purpose of the "crew" is to help freshmen and new students feel more comfortable with their transition, and to help them achieve success in the first year at BSM. Learn more about BSM's Link Crew
WEB is an orientation program, led by selected eighth graders, who mentor groups of seventh graders and new eighth grade students. Learn more about BSM's WEB program
This is a group for students of color that provides opportunities for community building and networking. Students are invited to come together every Tuesday during lunch to share a meal and affinity. Learn more about BSM's Affinity Groups
BSM offers these opportunities to gather as a way to prevent roadblocks to success from negatively affecting the personal and academic lives of students. Support groups also help students who are dealing with serious issues have a way to make connections and receive the care needed. Support groups also provide the Student Support Team with opportunities to be aware of student issues within the school. Learn about BSM's support group programs
Morning and Afternoon Prayer:
Coming together as a community to pray and worship God is a foundation of the Benilde-St. Margaret’s Catholic mission. There are many liturgical experiences for our students, faculty, and staff. Mass, along with morning rosary, class retreats, adoration, and reconciliation all enhance the faith formation experience at BSM.
Connecting with our charisms and heritage is central to our Catholic identity. From them we gain a broader vision and an expanded community.
“There are different kinds of spiritual gifts but the same Spirit; there are different forms of service but the same Lord; there are different workings but the same God who produces all of them in everyone...we are many parts but all one body in Christ.”
(1 Corinthians 12:4-6...12)
