Curriculum

Religion

• RCL Benziger Legacy Family Life Programs (grade K) and Sadlier We Believe - Catholic Identity Edition Religion Curriculum, approved by the Roman Catholic Bishop of Orange

• Weekly Mass and Eucharistic Adoration (grade K)

• Introduction to Scripture and Sacraments

• Faith Families and service projects

• Curriculum designed to reflect the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church

Mathematics

• Houghton Mifflin Big Day Pre-K (grade TK)

• Houghton Mifflin Math in Focus - The Singapore Approach Mathematics Program (grade K)

• Aligned to Common Core State Standards

• Developmental skills in number sense, algebra functions, measurement, geometry, and mathematical reasoning

• Daily foundational skill review

• Science and technology integration

• Small group instruction; differentiated instruction for remediation and enrichment

English Language Arts - Literacy

• Houghton Mifflin Big Day Pre-K (grade TK)

• Houghton Mifflin Journeys Reading and Language Arts Program (grade K)

• Curriculum aligned to Common Core State Standards

• Foundational skills in phonemic awareness, phonics, and reading

• Daily word work with Word Families and Sight Words

• Speaking and listening opportunities

• Small group instruction; differentiated instruction for remediation and enrichment

Science

• Amplify Science NGSS Integrated Science Curriculum (grade K)

• Aligned to Next Generation Science Standards (grade K)

• Scientific inquiry and hands-on investigation and experimentation

• Differentiated instruction for remediation and enrichment

Social Studies

• Houghton Mifflin Into Social Studies Program (grade K)

• Studies include communities and the historical connections between the World of Long Ago and the World Today

• Curriculum is designed to meet mission-driven national standards approved by the Roman Catholic Bishop of Orange.

• Differentiated instruction for remediation and enrichment

Enrichment Opportunities

• Technology integrated throughout curriculum

• Physical education courses weekly

• Multidisciplinary fine arts integration

• Extended Day Care

• After-school clubs and enrichment

• Weekly Library visits

• STEM Exploratoriums

• Monthly school-wide devotional morning assemblies

• Curricular music integration

Religion

• RCL Benziger Legacy Family Life Programs

• Sadlier We Believe - Catholic Identity Edition Religion Curriculum, approved by the Roman Catholic Bishop of Orange

• Weekly Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, Penance Services, Rosaries, Stations of the Cross

• Altar serving and Faith Family leadership

• Spiritual retreats and service projects

• Student-planned liturgy services with student cantors

Mathematics

• Houghton Mifflin Big Ideas Mathematics Program

• Aligned to Common Core State Standards

• Two distinct levels of math instruction - Advanced Math in grade 8 covers Algebra I or Geometry

• Problem solving and critical thinking skills; foundational skill review

• High school placement test preparation

Spanish

• Pearson Auténtico 2018 Comprehensive Spanish Curriculum

• Meets ACTFL World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages

• Daily Spanish courses designed to immerse students in authentic Spanish language and cultural experiences

• Teacher-led instruction via text, video, audio, and online learning

English Language Arts

• Prentice Hall Language Arts Program

• Aligned to Common Core State Standards

• Two levels of ELA Instruction - Grade Level and Honors Prep (grades 7-8)

• Literature studies include fiction, nonfiction, and poetry

• Integrated with vocabulary, spelling, and grammar instruction

• In-depth novel studies

• Language conventions and clarity

• High school placement test preparation

Science

• Amplify Science Integrated NGSS Science Curriculum

• Aligned to Next Generation Science Standards

• Studies include earth, life, and physical sciences

• Scientific inquiry and hands-on investigation and experimentation

• Science Fair (grades 7-8)

• Differentiated instruction for remediation and enrichment

Social Studies

• Houghton Mifflin Introduction to Social Studies, 2019 (grade 6)

• Houghton Mifflin Social Studies, 2018 (grades 7-8)

• Studies include ancient civilizations, world history, and American history

• Distinguish among fact, opinion, and reasoned judgement

• Curriculum is designed to meet mission-driven national standards approved by the Roman Catholic Bishop of Orange.

• Differentiated instruction for remediation and enrichment

Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

• Friendzy - Biblical, Comprehensive, Evidence-Based SEL Schoolwide Curriculum

Enrichment Opportunities

• Academic Decathlon

• Technology integrated throughout

• Physical education courses twice weekly

• Common Sense Media Digital Citizenship Program

• Geography School Clubs

• Walk Through Ancient Times (grade 6)

• Student Government

• Service Outreach Programs

• Liturgical Service - Altar Serving and Student Lectors

• Student Campus Ministry

• After-School Athletics Program

• Student-Led Prayer Service Assemblies

• Public Speaking