Academics
Art: All students receive art instruction from a licensed art teacher weekly along with the art experiences provided by the classroom teacher.
Language Arts: In addition to a structured phonics program (Saxon), literature, grammar and writing, we also help our fourth through eighth grade students develop into lifelong readers with the Accelerated Reader (AR) Program. Using individualized goals and reading levels, our students select books and then take comprehension tests on those books to earn points or rewards. We also have annual visits from an author or illustrator and encourage students to share their writing talents by entering local writing contests.
Math: Our Saxon math curriculum is offered in 1st and 2nd grade builds on itself, reinforcing concepts and skills already learned as it spirals to the next level of learning. Math homework is frequent so students have significant opportunities to practice their skills. Sadlier curriculum is used for Kindergarten, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. 6th through 8th is Holt McDougal Mathematics. Students are challenged and prepared for math at the high school level.
Music: Our students in grades K-5 have music every other day. The students perform a program for Christmas and early spring. Our fourth graders learn to read music by playing the recorder, preparing them to join our 5 - 8 band. Choir is also offered to students in grades 5-8 who wish to expand their vocal music abilities.
Physical Education: Our elementary students have physical education every other day. The President's Fitness Challenge is part of this curriculum. As part of a long-standing tradition our seventh and eighth grade students participate in a Track & Field Day every spring.
Religion: Daily religion classes, daily prayer, weekly Masses, and regular reception of the sacrament of Reconciliation are all vital aspects of our religion curriculum. Our second grade students receive the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist for the first time. Service is an essential element of our students' education as each class collects money and items for Operation Christmas Child, reaches out to residents in the nursing homes, gives time and talent to Heart to Heart, makes prayer chains for those in need and much, much more!
Science: Our science program challenges students through hands on activities, experiments, reading and discussions. The thorough in-depth study of the scientific method helps to prepare our fourth and sixth graders for the projects they develop for our annual Science Fair held in February.
Social Studies: Our social studies curriculum focuses on understanding history, geography, economics, civics and other cultures. The sixth grade focuses on Minnesota History and travel to visit the State Capital, the St. Paul Cathedral and other sites pertaining to the history of our state. Junior Achievement volunteers also come into the classroom and provide real-life lessons for our elementary classes.
STEM: Our students in grades K-5 have STEM class every other day. This class gives enrichment toward Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
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Language Arts: In addition to a structured phonics program (Saxon), literature, grammar and writing, we also help our fourth through eighth grade students develop into lifelong readers with the Accelerated Reader (AR) Program. Using individualized goals and reading levels, our students select books and then take comprehension tests on those books to earn points or rewards. We also have annual visits from an author or illustrator and encourage students to share their writing talents by entering local writing contests.
Math: Our Saxon math curriculum is offered in 1st and 2nd grade builds on itself, reinforcing concepts and skills already learned as it spirals to the next level of learning. Math homework is frequent so students have significant opportunities to practice their skills. Sadlier curriculum is used for Kindergarten, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. 6th through 8th is Holt McDougal Mathematics. Students are challenged and prepared for math at the high school level.
Music: Our students in grades K-5 have music every other day. The students perform a program for Christmas and early spring. Our fourth graders learn to read music by playing the recorder, preparing them to join our 5 - 8 band. Choir is also offered to students in grades 5-8 who wish to expand their vocal music abilities.
Physical Education: Our elementary students have physical education every other day. The President's Fitness Challenge is part of this curriculum. As part of a long-standing tradition our seventh and eighth grade students participate in a Track & Field Day every spring.
Religion: Daily religion classes, daily prayer, weekly Masses, and regular reception of the sacrament of Reconciliation are all vital aspects of our religion curriculum. Our second grade students receive the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist for the first time. Service is an essential element of our students' education as each class collects money and items for Operation Christmas Child, reaches out to residents in the nursing homes, gives time and talent to Heart to Heart, makes prayer chains for those in need and much, much more!
Science: Our science program challenges students through hands on activities, experiments, reading and discussions. The thorough in-depth study of the scientific method helps to prepare our fourth and sixth graders for the projects they develop for our annual Science Fair held in February.
Social Studies: Our social studies curriculum focuses on understanding history, geography, economics, civics and other cultures. The sixth grade focuses on Minnesota History and travel to visit the State Capital, the St. Paul Cathedral and other sites pertaining to the history of our state. Junior Achievement volunteers also come into the classroom and provide real-life lessons for our elementary classes.
STEM: Our students in grades K-5 have STEM class every other day. This class gives enrichment toward Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
Theater Tech.
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