Cardinal Ritter is a Catholic High School where certain standards of conduct are expected. Standards, which by design, help create an atmosphere that is conducive to learning. A Cardinal Ritter student is prepared for class and therefore takes responsibility for his/her learning. A Cardinal Ritter student shows school pride and enthusiasm for learning and competing. A Cardinal Ritter student acknowledges everyone's right to learn and never is the reason for that learning to stop. A Cardinal Ritter student is respectful of teachers, students, and themselves. A Cardinal Ritter student is honest and truthful. A Cardinal Ritter student understands that "Excellence is expected".