Our curriculum of study provides a basic framework in the academic areas of Religion, Mathematics, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. Teachers in all grades use the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in English Language Arts and Math, and the Next Generation Science Standards. Teachers use their creativity to implement CCSS in ways that accommodate students’ different learning styles.
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Our children come to Kindergarten with varied backgrounds due to many home experiences, nursery schools, travel, television and technology. Our concern is the total child. Their physical, social, emotional and academic needs must be considered and developed for a well-balanced program.
Grade 3 is an exciting year of academic growth and discovery! This milestone year marks the transition where students begin receiving formal grades in Social Studies and Science as they step into more independent learning. The students become true scientists through in-depth science labs and interactive, hands-on projects that foster critical thinking and curiosity. Beyond the classroom, students develop public speaking, civics, and critical analysis skills through our Mock Trial program in partnership with the Rendell Center. We also nurture a love for nature and community through fun traditions like celebrating Fat Bear Week and our national parks! Third grade is a transformative year where students build confidence, collaboration, and a lifelong love for learning.
Saint Mary Grade 5 students are excited to join the “Big Floor” in middle school with Grade 6, 7, and 8 students. This milestone is celebrated at their Black Sweater Mass in October. It is a year of tremendous growth in their independence and responsibility as they learn to take ownership of their learning. Students enjoy many new experiences, such as departmental classes where they switch rooms and have multiple teachers. This grade level is also where students can more fully participate in Athletics programs, learn Ballroom Dancing through Musicopia, and enjoy a variety of STEAM Activities.
Grade 6 is a very exciting time where students begin to experience new and challenging opportunities. Students are safeties for the kindergarten class, which teaches them responsibility. This is also the first year that students can be invited to join the National Junior Honors Society. A major theme in sixth grade is exploration of new responsibilities and the curriculum. In social studies, we study World culture and history, culminating in our Model UN project, while in science we explore our Earth, its atmosphere, and the solar system.
Grade 7 is a big part of a students academic journey and Mr. Morison is very excited to be able to help guide this year's Grade 7 students! In ELA students will continue to sharpen their grammar skills, expand their vocab, explore new writing styles and analyze the meaning of the words they read in their novels. Students will learn about things such as cells and body systems in Science. In Religion, The New Testament and the story of Jesus Christ will be the focus for students this year.
Students in grades K-8 receive music and physical education instruction once a week. They learn about music in various ways, including history, theory, culture, vocabulary, and general knowledge of music. During music class, the students are prepared for their individual Class Masses, Las Posadas, and May Procession. They also participate in a class sing-off, Christmas choir, and Spring Musical performance.
Saint Mary Interparochial School boasts an honors math program currently serving grades 4-8. The program is Archdiocese approved and monitored. The curriculum of honors math follows the common core standards. Students in honors math enjoy the benefits of a rigorous pace and a small classroom environment. Current class sizes range from 8 to 12 students. The program addresses the needs of higher-achieving students. Eighth grade students take a full Algebra I course in the last year of the program. Plans include projects and assignments that connect to real-world problems and integrate STEM and STEAM ideas.