Curriculum

Religion
Our youngest learners are introduced to the beauty of our Catholic faith through prayer, story, and joyful discovery. Using His Little Way (Sophia Institute Press), Hallow, and Formed, children learn that God made them, loves them, and calls them His own. Through Bible stories, songs, crafts, prayers, and lessons on virtues such as kindness, honesty, patience, and respect, they begin to know Jesus as their friend, celebrate the liturgical seasons, and experience the joy of being part of God’s family. PreK4 students attend Mass weekly with their 5th/6th grade buddies, while PreK3 students are gradually introduced to attending Mass midyear.

Phonemic Awareness
Early literacy begins with strong listening and sound skills. Using the Heggerty Phonemic Awareness program, our students build the foundation for reading success through daily lessons in rhyming, blending, segmenting, and manipulating sounds. These fun and interactive activities help children hear and play with language, preparing them to become confident readers and writers.

The Creative Curriculum
Our PreK3–PreK4 classrooms use The Creative Curriculum, a research-based approach to early childhood learning and development. Children explore, discover, and grow through hands-on experiences that nurture development across every domain: math, literacy, cognitive skills, physical development, English language acquisition, the arts, social studies, social-emotional skills, language, science, and technology. The PreK4 curriculum builds on the foundation established in PreK3, with both levels carefully tailored to meet children where they are and support growth that is developmentally appropriate for their age. Through teacher-guided play, exploration, and creativity, students build the skills and confidence they need for a lifelong love of learning.

Scholastic My Big World
Our PreK3–PreK4 students enjoy Scholastic My Big World, a colorful nonfiction magazine designed just for early learners. Each issue introduces children to engaging topics in science, social studies, and social development while building early nonfiction reading skills. With songs, videos, and hands-on activities, students explore the world around them, connect new ideas to their everyday experiences, and grow in curiosity and understanding.

STEM with LEGO® Education
Our PreK3–PreK4 students are introduced to the world of STEM through hands-on exploration with LEGO® Education. Using age-appropriate bricks and guided activities, children build, experiment, and problem-solve while developing creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking skills. In PreK4, students take their engineering a step further by learning introductory coding on iPads to bring their LEGO creations to life. These playful experiences lay the foundation for future learning in science, technology, engineering, and math—helping students see themselves as young inventors and explorers.

Enrichment Classes
Our PreK3–PreK4 students enjoy a rich variety of enrichment classes that complement their core curriculum and foster creativity, expression, and wellness. Children explore Spanish to build early language skills, develop artistic talents in Art, experience rhythm and performance in Music, nurture a love of reading in Library, and strengthen their coordination and teamwork skills in Physical Education. These classes provide joyful, hands-on experiences that support comprehensive child development—academically, socially, and emotionally.

Assessments
We use a variety of assessments to support and track each child’s growth in PreK3–PreK4. Heggerty is used in PreK4 to monitor phonemic awareness skills, while The Creative Curriculum GOLD assesses development across multiple domains, including literacy, math, social-emotional skills, and cognitive growth for students in both PreK3 and PreK4. Teachers in both grades may also use BRIGANCE assessments as an optional tool to gain additional insight into their child’s learning progress. These assessments help teachers tailor instruction to each child’s needs and celebrate their achievements.

Religion
In Kindergarten, students continue to grow in their Catholic faith through Spirit of Truth (Sophia Institute Press), Hallow, and Formed. They deepen their understanding of God’s love, explore Bible stories, and develop foundational prayer skills. Students participate in weekly Mass, strengthening their connection to the parish community and learning the prayers, parts, and reverence of the liturgy. In addition, children are introduced to the teaching of virtues, learning important values such as kindness, honesty, patience, and respect through stories, discussions, and daily practice. Through engaging lessons, interactive activities, and multimedia resources, students learn to know Jesus as their friend, celebrate the liturgical seasons, and live their faith in everyday actions.

English Language Arts (ELA)
Phonemic Awareness
Students continue developing early literacy skills through Heggerty Phonemic Awareness. Building on the foundations laid in PreK, children practice listening, rhyming, blending, segmenting, and manipulating sounds. These engaging, hands-on lessons strengthen the skills necessary for confident reading and writing, preparing students for success in Kindergarten and beyond.

Literacy and Writing
Students develop strong reading and writing skills through the SuperKids program (Zaner-Bloser), which is grounded in the Science of Reading. This approach ensures systematic instruction in phonics/phonemic awareness, spelling, grammar, reading, writing, and language, helping children build strong, evidence-based literacy skills. Students also explore nonfiction reading through Scholastic Let’s Find Out, discovering topics in science, social studies, and social development themes. Together, these resources foster curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning while connecting students to the world around them.

Handwriting
Students develop fine motor skills and express their faith through handwriting and writing instruction. Using Writing Our Catholic Faith (Universal Publishing), children practice proper letter formation while writing prayers, Scripture passages, and faith-based reflections. These activities strengthen both writing skills and spiritual growth, helping students communicate clearly and deepen their connection to their Catholic faith.

Mathematics
Students develop strong foundational math skills through Reveal Math (McGraw Hill). This research-based program integrates STEM concepts directly into the math curriculum, engaging children in hands-on problem-solving, critical thinking, and real-world applications. Students explore number sense, operations, geometry, measurement, patterns, and data analysis using interactive lessons, visual models, and age-appropriate activities. By embedding STEM experiences within math instruction, Reveal Math helps children build confidence, creativity, and a love of learning that prepares them for future grades. NWEA MAP testing is integrated with Reveal Math, providing additional opportunities for differentiated instruction tailored to each student’s needs.

At this stage, students also work toward mastery of foundational mathematical skills—including number recognition, counting, sorting, patterns, as well as basic operations.

Social Studies
Students explore the world around them using SuperKids and Scholastic Let’s Find Out. Lessons introduce children to community, culture, geography, and citizenship while building curiosity, critical thinking, and early reading skills. Through stories, nonfiction articles, discussions, and hands-on activities, students connect social studies concepts to their own experiences and learn how to engage respectfully with the people and places around them.

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Students explore STEM through hands-on, engaging activities that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Using LEGO® Education, children design, build, code, and experiment with age-appropriate engineering challenges. Mystery Science (Discovery Education) brings science concepts to life through interactive lessons and investigations, all aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to ensure developmentally appropriate, standards-based learning. Together, these experiences foster curiosity, collaboration, and a love of learning across science, technology, engineering, and math.

Enrichment Classes
Students enjoy a wide range of enrichment classes that enhance their core curriculum and support child development. Children explore Spanish using ¡Listos! (Vista Higher Learning) to build foundational language skills, develop creativity and expression in Art, experience rhythm and performance in Music, nurture a love of reading in Library, and develop fitness while strengthening coordination, athletic and teamwork skills, and sportsmanship in Physical Education. These engaging, hands-on experiences foster academic growth, social-emotional development, and a lifelong love of learning.

Assessments
Students are supported and guided through a variety of assessments in addition to formative and summative assessments within the curriculum to track their growth and inform instruction. Heggerty Phonemic Awareness helps monitor and develop early literacy skills, while DIBELS 8 (K-3) provides additional insight into reading fluency and foundational reading skills. NWEA MAP Testing (K–8) provides data that specifically integrates into the Reveal Math curriculum and aligns with all grade-level standards. This allows teachers to differentiate instruction, target each child’s learning needs, and ensure mastery of key math concepts. These assessments help celebrate progress, build confidence, and support students’ success in literacy and mathematics.
 

Religion
Students continue to grow in their Catholic faith using Spirit of Truth (Sophia Institute Press), Hallow, and Formed.

• First Grade: Faith formation year one for preparation for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion, focusing on God’s love, Bible stories, prayer, virtues, and an introduction to the sacraments.
• Second Grade: Faith formation final year for First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion, preparing for the celebration in April/May, reinforcing understanding of the Mass, the Eucharist, virtues, and living the faith in daily life.

Students participate in weekly Mass, strengthening their connection to the parish community and learning the prayers and reverence of the liturgy. Through lessons, interactive activities, stories, and prayer, students also learn key virtues such as kindness, honesty, patience, and respect, helping them grow spiritually and morally while deepening their relationship with Jesus.

English Language Arts (ELA)
Literacy and Writing
Students continue to build on the literacy foundation with SuperKids, a program grounded in the Science of Reading. This research-based approach provides systematic instruction in reading, writing, grammar, phonics/phonemic awareness, spelling, and language, ensuring students develop strong, evidence-based literacy skills.

They also explore nonfiction reading, science, social studies, and social development themes through Scholastic News, connecting literacy to real-world knowledge and fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and comprehension skills. Together, these programs cultivate confident readers and writers prepared for lifelong learning.

Handwriting
Handwriting and faith-based writing are reinforced with Writing Our Catholic Faith (Universal Publishing). First graders focus on proper letter formation, while second graders advance to cursive writing, practicing prayers, Scripture passages, and reflections to strengthen both handwriting skills and spiritual growth.

Mathematics
Students develop strong foundational math skills through Reveal Math (McGraw Hill), a research-based program that combines interactive lessons, visual models, and hands-on activities. Children explore key concepts including number sense, operations, geometry, measurement, patterns, and data analysis. The program is standards-aligned and incorporates STEM connections to help students apply math concepts to real-world problem-solving. With differentiated instruction guided by ongoing assessments and NWEA MAP testing integration, Reveal Math ensures that all students build confidence, critical thinking, and a love of mathematics as they progress through 1st and 2nd grade. 

At this stage, students also work toward mastery of addition and subtraction facts (through memorization), money skills, and telling time.

Social Studies
Students explore the world around them using SuperKids and Scholastic News. Lessons introduce children to community, culture, geography, and citizenship while building curiosity, critical thinking, and early reading skills. Through stories, nonfiction articles, discussions, and hands-on activities, students connect social studies concepts to their own experiences and learn how to engage respectfully with the people and places around them.

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Students explore STEM through hands-on, engaging activities that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking. Using LEGO® Education, children design, build, code, and experiment with age-appropriate engineering challenges. Mystery Science (Discovery Education) brings science concepts to life through interactive lessons and investigations, all aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) to ensure developmentally appropriate, standards-based learning. Together, these experiences foster curiosity, collaboration, and a love of learning across science, technology, engineering, and math.

Enrichment Classes
Students enjoy a wide range of enrichment classes that enhance their core curriculum and support child development. Children explore Spanish using ¡Listos! (Vista Higher Learning) to build foundational language skills, develop creativity and expression in Art, experience rhythm and performance in Music, nurture a love of reading in Library, and develop fitness while strengthening coordination, athletic and teamwork skills, and sportsmanship in Physical Education. These engaging, hands-on experiences foster academic growth, social-emotional development, and a lifelong love of learning.

Assessments
Students are supported and guided through a variety of assessments in addition to formative and summative assessments within the curriculum to track their growth and inform instruction. DIBELS 8 (K-3) and DIBELS MAZE (2-8) provide additional insight into reading fluency and foundational reading skills, while NWEA MAP Testing (K–8) provides data that specifically integrates into the Reveal Math curriculum and aligns with all grade-level standards. This allows teachers to differentiate instruction, target each child’s learning needs, and ensure mastery of key math concepts. ARK Religion (2-8) is an assessment tool that measures students’ religious knowledge and beliefs. The results provide clear, actionable insights to help educators strengthen and support each child’s Catholic foundation. These assessments help celebrate progress, build confidence, and support students’ success in literacy, mathematics, and religion.
 

Religion
Students continue to grow in their Catholic faith using Spirit of Truth (Sophia Institute Press), Hallow, and Formed. Lessons deepen understanding of God’s love, Scripture, the sacraments, and Church teachings, while fostering daily prayer, reflection, and participation in the Mass. Students practice virtues and moral decision-making, learning to live their faith in everyday life.

Students participate in weekly Mass and Adoration, and attend monthly Confession, strengthening their connection to the parish community and the sacraments. Interactive activities, stories, and multimedia resources help students develop a strong spiritual foundation, moral character, and a lifelong relationship with Jesus.

English Language Arts (ELA)
Literacy and Writing
Students develop advanced literacy skills using Open Court Reading, a research-based program published by McGraw Hill. Grounded in the Science of Reading, Open Court provides systematic instruction in reading, writing, grammar, phonics/phonemic awareness, spelling, language, and Greek and Latin roots, helping students build strong, evidence-based literacy skills.

Students also engage in novel studies, independent reading, and nonfiction reading through Scholastic News, exploring science, social studies, and social development themes. These experiences help students make connections between literacy and real-world knowledge while strengthening comprehension, vocabulary, critical thinking, fluency, and communication skills.

Through interactive lessons, writing exercises, and cross-curricular reading, students are prepared to read, write, and analyze a variety of texts across subjects, genres, and real-world contexts.

Cursive Handwriting (Grades 3-4)
Cursive handwriting is reinforced with Writing Our Catholic Faith (Universal Publishing). In grades 3 and 4, students focus on refining letter formation, proper spacing, and fluency while practicing prayers, Scripture passages, and faith-based reflections. These activities strengthen both handwriting skills and spiritual growth, helping students communicate clearly while deepening their connection to their Catholic faith.

(Note: Grades 5–6 continue writing instruction, but do not have a separate handwriting or cursive focus.)

Mathematics
Students develop strong math skills using Reveal Math (McGraw Hill), a research-based, standards-aligned program. Lessons engage students in number sense, operations, geometry, measurement, fractions, decimals, patterns, and data analysis through interactive, hands-on activities.

The program integrates STEM concepts, encouraging students to apply math skills to real-world problem-solving, engineering challenges, and collaborative projects. Ongoing assessments and NWEA MAP testing integration, allow teachers to differentiate instruction, ensuring all students build confidence, critical thinking, and a love of mathematics as they progress through 3rd–6th grade.

In Grades 3–6, students progress from mastering multiplication and division facts (through memorization) and strengthening addition and subtraction fluency to applying operations with larger numbers, fractions, and decimals, while developing skills in money, time, measurement, geometry, and early algebraic thinking

Social Studies
Students explore community, culture, history, and citizenship through Discovery Education Social Studies Techbook (Grades 4–8), aligned with the standards of the Diocese of Charleston.

• 3rd Grade: Students investigate early colonial life in the United States, examining the impacts of settlers on South Carolina.
• 4th Grade: Focus shifts to the early history of the United States, with attention to geography as a key context for historical events.
• 5th & 6th Grades: Students study Westward Expansion through modern-day America, while also exploring world geography and the development of early civilizations through the fall of the Western Roman Empire.

Through engaging lessons, discussions, projects, and hands-on activities, students develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and an appreciation for the social, cultural, and historical contexts of the world around them.

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)
Students engage in hands-on, inquiry-based STEM learning that develops creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

• 3rd & 4th Grades: Students explore science and engineering through Mystery Science and LEGO® Education, building foundational STEM skills with hands-on experiments and design challenges.
• 5th & 6th Grades: STEM learning is expanded with Mystery Science, LEGO® Education, and Discovery Education Science Techbook, integrating technology, advanced investigations, and real-world applications to deepen scientific understanding.

These experiences encourage collaboration, innovation, and practical problem-solving while connecting science, technology, engineering, and math in meaningful ways.
 

Spanish (Grades 5-6)
Students in grades five and six use ¡Listos! (Vista Higher Learning) to build a strong foundation in vocabulary, grammar, reading, writing, speaking, and listening. At this stage, Spanish becomes a core class, preparing students for the more advanced study of Spanish I in grades 7 and 8. Lessons emphasize practical communication skills and cultural awareness, helping students grow in confidence as they prepare for high school-level Spanish.

Enrichment Classes
Students participate in a variety of enrichment classes that foster academic growth, creativity, and overall wellness. These experiences offer hands-on learning opportunities, nurture social-emotional development, and inspire curiosity, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning.

Spanish (Grades 3-4): Students use ¡Listos! (Vista Higher Learning) to build language skills, expand proficiency across all grade levels, and develop an appreciation for Spanish language and culture.

Art (Grades 3-4): Students develop creativity, expression, and artistic skills in Art, exploring techniques, materials, and styles that enhance critical thinking, fine motor skills, and visual problem-solving.

The Arts (Grades 5-6): Students take a deeper dive into the fine arts, art history, and performance art, exploring different techniques, styles, and cultural contexts.

Music: Students sing and play instruments such as Boomwhackers, bells, ukulele, and keyboards, developing musical skills, performance confidence, and teamwork, while fostering a lifelong appreciation for music.

Library (Grades 3-4): Students learn the Dewey Decimal System to check out books, develop independent reading habits, research skills, and a lifelong love of literature. They also explore themes and ideas through read-alouds, fostering comprehension, discussion, and a deeper appreciation for stories.

Physical Education: Students develop fitness while strengthening coordination, athletic and teamwork skills, and sportsmanship.

GATOR Time (Grades 3-6): Students have a dedicated period for academic support, enrichment, and project-based learning. This time provides opportunities for individualized instruction, collaborative projects, and skill reinforcement, while also developing executive functioning skills—such as organization, time management, and goal-setting—and social-emotional learning to strengthen self-awareness, collaboration, and resilience.

Assessments
Students are supported and guided through a variety of assessments in addition to formative and summative assessments within the curriculum to track their growth and inform instruction. NWEA MAP Testing (K–8) provides data that specifically integrates into the Reveal Math and Open Court curriculum and aligns with all grade-level standards. DIBELS 8 (K-3) and DIBELS MAZE (2-8) provide additional insight into reading fluency and foundational reading skills. These assessments allow teachers to differentiate instruction, target each child’s learning needs, and ensure mastery of key math and literacy concepts. ARK Religion (2-8) is an assessment tool that measures students’ religious knowledge and beliefs. The results provide clear, actionable insights to help educators strengthen and support each child’s Catholic foundation. Together, these tools celebrate progress, build confidence, and foster student success in literacy, mathematics, and religion.
Seventh-Eighth Grade
 

Theology
Students continue to grow in their Catholic faith using Spirit of Truth (Sophia Institute Press), Hallow, and Formed.

• 7th Grade: Faith formation year one for preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Students also begin working on their service events, which helps them live out their faith in action. Over the course of their two-year Confirmation preparation, they must participate in 8 community service events, with at least 4 events connected to the parish. These service opportunities invite students to embrace stewardship, grow in compassion, and be a witness to Christ in their daily lives.
• 8th Grade: Faith formation year two, the final year of preparation, culminating in the Sacrament of Confirmation. Students complete their service events and final sacramental formation, preparing their hearts and minds to fully receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

In religion class, students study Sacred Scripture, Church history, the lives of the saints, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and Catholic social teaching. They deepen their understanding of the virtues, the seven sacraments, the Gifts and Fruits of the Holy Spirit, and the call to be disciples in the modern world. Special emphasis is placed on living their Catholic identity and developing a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Students also participate in weekly Mass and Adoration, as well as monthly Confession, strengthening their connection to the parish community and deepening their reverence for the sacraments. Throughout the year, they continue to grow in virtue—such as kindness, honesty, patience, and respect—helping them mature spiritually, morally, and socially as they prepare for Confirmation and beyond.

English Language Arts (ELA)
Students in grades 7 and 8 engage with a rich and rigorous ELA program designed to strengthen comprehension, critical thinking, and communication skills across multiple genres.

• Novel Studies deepen literary analysis, encourage discussion, and foster a love of reading.
• Independent Reading nurtures personal responsibility for literacy growth and builds lifelong reading habits.
• Scholastic Scope provides engaging nonfiction and fiction selections, exposing students to diverse perspectives and real-world connections.
• Multigenres of Reading ensures students experience a variety of texts, including narrative, informational, poetry, and drama.
• Writing emphasizes clear expression, organization, and creativity across narrative, persuasive, expository, and research-based formats.
• Vocabulary is enriched through Vocabulary from Latin and Greek Roots (Prestwick House), strengthening word study, etymology, and language precision.
• Grammar and Writing Mechanics are taught through Voyages in English (Loyola Press), which presents grammar and writing as essential and related skills. Its balanced approach empowers students to become effective readers, writers, speakers, listeners, and thinkers.

This comprehensive approach integrates the Science of Reading to support fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary acquisition, while preparing students with the literacy skills essential for high school and beyond.

Mathematics
Our middle school math program challenges students to grow as problem-solvers and critical thinkers using Reveal Math (McGraw Hill). Differentiated pathways ensure that each student is placed in courses aligned with their readiness and potential. Students taking Algebra 1 should be able to use the order of operations with decimals and fractions, add, subtract, multiply, and divide integers, simplify expressions, and solve one-step equations.

7th Grade Courses

• Reveal Math Accelerated
• Advanced Math: Reveal Algebra I — Students who earn a grade of 90% or above are recommended for High School Credit.

8th Grade Courses

• Reveal Math Accelerated
• Reveal Algebra I
• Advanced Math: Reveal Geometry — Students who earn a grade of 90% or above are recommended for High School Credit.
• Advanced Math: Reveal Algebra II — Students who earn a grade of 90% or above are recommended for High School Credit.

(Placement into Advanced Classes is based on NWEA MAP testing results and teacher recommendation, ensuring students are appropriately challenged while prepared for success in high school and beyond.)

Social Studies
Students explore history, culture, government, and geography through Discovery Education Social Studies Techbook, using interactive lessons that connect past events to the modern world, and are aligned with the standards of the Diocese of Charleston.

Students begin with Western Civilization, studying Europe after the collapse of the Western Roman Empire and examining cultural, economic, geographical, historical, and political changes. They then transition to United States History, covering early exploration and the settlement of Jamestown (early 1600s) through the Progressive Era (early 1900s), with particular attention to significant events in South Carolina.

The program encourages critical thinking, research skills, and understanding of cause-and-effect relationships, helping students see how history shapes communities, nations, and the world today.

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)
Our 7th and 8th grade STEM program helps students become creative problem-solvers and critical thinkers through hands-on, engaging activities.

• Math Connections: Students apply math concepts from Reveal Math to real-world challenges, strengthening problem-solving and analytical skills.
• LEGO® Education: Students design, build, and test engineering projects that encourage collaboration, creativity, and innovation.
• Discovery Education Science Techbook: Interactive digital lessons help students explore life, physical, and earth sciences while connecting science concepts to everyday life.

Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), this program gives students opportunities to experiment, collaborate, and reflect, helping them see the connections between science, technology, engineering, and math in the world around them.

Spanish
Students continue their Spanish language learning with Senderos (Vista Higher Learning), a program designed to build proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

• 7th Grade (Spanish IA) and 8th Grade (Spanish IB) provide a progressive curriculum that develops conversational skills, vocabulary, grammar, and cultural understanding.
• Students must take both Spanish IA and IB, and earn a grade of 90% or above in both of these courses to be recommended for high school credit at a high school in a school district that offers Spanish courses for middle school students.

The program emphasizes real-world communication, cultural awareness, and language confidence, preparing students for continued language study in high school.
 

Enrichment Classes
Students engage in a variety of enrichment classes designed to foster academic growth, creativity, and overall wellness. These experiences offer hands-on learning opportunities, nurture social-emotional development, and inspire curiosity, collaboration, and a lifelong love of learning.

The Arts
Students take a deeper dive into the fine arts, art history, and performance art, exploring a variety of techniques, styles, and cultural contexts.

• Students work with local artists in multiple genres to develop skills, creativity, and an appreciation for diverse forms of artistic expression.
• Opportunities for collaborative projects include putting on a Christmas Performance and a Spring play in partnership with the Music program, allowing students to combine visual and performing arts in a real-world showcase.

This program fosters creativity, critical thinking, and cultural awareness, helping students gain both technical skills and a lifelong appreciation for the arts.

Music
Students explore performance, music theory, and instrumental skills, learning to play instruments such as the ukulele, guitar, drums, and keyboards.

• Students participate in ensemble and solo performances, building confidence, teamwork, and musical expression.
• Special performance opportunities include the annual Christmas Performance and the Spring play, which is presented in collaboration with the Arts program.
  This program fosters creativity, rhythm, and performance skills, helping students develop both technical abilities and a lifelong appreciation for music.

Physical Education
Students develop fitness, coordination, teamwork, and sports skills through a variety of structured activities, games, and team sports. Lessons emphasize healthy habits, physical skill development, and cooperation, helping students grow both physically and socially while building confidence in athletic abilities.

GATOR Time
Students have a dedicated period for academic support, enrichment, and project-based learning. This time allows for individualized instruction, collaborative projects, and skill reinforcement, helping students strengthen their understanding of core subjects while exploring creative and independent learning opportunities. Additionally, students develop executive functioning skills—such as organization, time management, and goal-setting—alongside social-emotional skills to support self-awareness, collaboration, and resilience.
 

Assessments
Students are supported and guided through a variety of assessments in addition to formative and summative assessments within the curriculum to track their growth and inform instruction. NWEA MAP Testing (K–8) provides data that specifically integrates into the Reveal Math curriculum and aligns with all grade-level standards. DIBELS MAZE (2–8) is used to monitor reading comprehension and fluency. 8th-grade students also have the opportunity to take the PSAT/NMSQT, the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program, providing early exposure to standardized testing and college readiness skills. These assessments allow teachers to differentiate instruction, target each child’s learning needs, and ensure mastery of key mathematical concepts. ARK Religion (2-8) is an assessment tool that measures students’ religious knowledge and beliefs. The results provide clear, actionable insights to help educators strengthen and support each child’s Catholic foundation. Together, these tools celebrate progress, build confidence, and foster student success in literacy, mathematics, and religion.