Elementary Curriculum (Grades K-5)

Core Curriculum

RELIGION - Each day begins with prayer. Students have daily religious education that includes sacramental preparation. All grades attend a weekly all school Mass with the students taking an active role in the liturgy. They participate in Feast Day celebrations, Stations of the Cross, Rosary/Marion Devotions, and Reconciliation. All students are involved in Christian Service activities.

LANGUAGE ARTS - The English language's grammar, sentence and paragraph structures are studied along with letter and research paper writing and oral presentations. Handwriting in the elementary levels is practiced.

LITERATURE/ACCELERATED READING - Modern and classic literature and comprehension are studied in all grades.

PHONICS-BASED READING PROGRAM

SPELLING/VOCABULARY - A spelling curriculum and textbook is used at the Elementary level. A dedicated vocabulary curriculum and textbook is used at the Academy level.

SOCIAL STUDIES - Cultures, geography, history, citizenship and contemporary issues are studied.

SCIENCE - Discovery, observation, and experimentation in physical, biological, and earth sciences are explored in all grades. Yearly Science projects begin in the third grade.

MATHEMATICS - Decimals, fractions, integers, metrics, ratios, computation, estimating, problem solving, algebra, and geometry foundations are taught. Through Bishop Foley Catholic High School, advanced mathematical studies are available for high school credit for qualifying 8th graders.

Special Studies

ART - Visual arts, painting, and drawing are learned.

MUSIC - Music appreciation, instruction, and vocal skills are studied. Winter and spring programs are performed.

COMPUTER/TECHNOLOGY - Classes begin in Kindergarten with exposure to multimedia learning and move into responsible Internet research exploration. Keyboarding is strengthened in the Academy along with web page development and multimedia presentation skills. Traditional software is also studied. 

PHYSICAL EDUCATION - Basic movement experiences, physical development, team sports/games, and recreational skills are learned.

SPANISH - Spanish begins in Kindergarten and studies are intensified at the Academy level.

LITURGICAL MUSIC - The music of the Catholic Mass is studied and learned along with other Christian hymns.

LIBRARY - Students develop an appreciation for literature, learn about the organization of the library, and focus on research skills.

SPEECH THERAPY/ SOCIAL SERVICES / NURSING - Is provided through Clawson Schools and Oakland County.