One of the most important choices parents make about their children is in regards to their education. Students in Catholic schools experience an education rich in Christian values. A good education maximizes a child's chances for a fulfilling life, and the most impressionable and formative years are the elementary school years. In a Catholic School, Christian values are practiced and learned each and every day. Catholic schools teach to love God and neighbor without the roadblocks found in public schools. Students are courteous and respectful to adults and to each other. Community service is an integral component of a Catholic education.