Each Kindergarten class is taught by a licensed educator. Additional certified specialists instruct students in music, Spanish and physical education, technology, and library.
Learning through play continues in Kindergarten. Teachers set up an environment of purposeful learning centers and activities, incorporate small group instruction, and implement varied teaching strategies to reach all learners. Our small class sizes allow for individualized instruction.
MATH:
Our curriculum provides a hands-on approach that encourages children to think through mathematical experiences and develop deep, meaningful concepts in numeration, operations, patterns and functions, geometry, measurement, money, clocks, data collection, and analysis.
EARLY LITERACY:
Our program provides a comprehensive and fluid curriculum in language and literacy, while emphasizing skills in listening, speaking, writing, and reading. Students develop phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. They are given opportunities to participate in activities to develop their understanding of the written and spoken language. Kindergarten students visit the library weekly for story-time with our Library Specialist.
SCIENCE:
The science curriculum evolves from the premise that young children develop conceptual understandings of things they experience. Teachers facilitate this process as it relates to themes of study such as plant life, animal life, and natural habitats, Students will also be introduced to forces and motion, as well as the effects of sunlight.
SOCIAL STUDIES:
Our curriculum introduces students to the concept of being productive community members by discussing rules & civic skills. Business knowledge is also emerged as needs vs. wants and goods vs. services are also discussed . The study of the past and an introduction to mapping is also discovered.
RELIGION:
We focus on our mission to know, love, and serve God. Kindergarteners attend all school masses and participate in monthly multi-age Spirit Groups. Acts of service are also an important part of sharing our love with those in need.
TECHNOLOGY:
Technology is applied to learning in the classroom setting through the student use of science equipment (magnifying glasses, magnets, balances, etc.) and multimedia equipment (iPads, etc.). Children also visit computer lab 1-2 times each week to learn how to effectively use a computer. Kindergarten classrooms are also equipped with projectors and interactive whiteboards to enrich classroom lessons. Teachers are purposeful with technology experiences and encourage children to enjoy these opportunities with friends so that they build both cognitive and social skills.
ART:
Kindergarten students receive art instruction once a week in the classroom. The goal is to immerse the child in the world of art through hands-on activities, Children develop enthusiasm for art and enhanced motor skills.
MUSIC:
Students receive instruction two-three days a week from a certified music teacher who addresses music learning standards. They participate in school concerts three times during the school year.
PHYSICAL EDUCATION:
Kindergarten students develop motor ability and cooperation skills during daily recess times. Daily they participate in a comprehensive PE program taught by a physical education specialist. Students develop strength, flexibility, and endurance while engaging in group and individual learning.
SPANISH:
Kindergarten students receive instruction in Spanish weekly from a fluent Spanish teacher. Students develop primary oral skills as well as a beginning understanding of the written language through visual aids.