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2008-09 Faculty
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 MIDDLE
SCHOOL CURRICULUM:
GRADES
6-7
 Religion:
Our Catholic faith is nurtured and
strengthened in Middle School. Using our
patroness, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton as a
model, we strive to develop religious
practices in the students that will carry
them into adulthood. In addition to the
Sadlier religion program, daily prayer,
participation in liturgies, an appreciation
for scripture, and a solid foundation of
Catholic doctrine are all integral
components of the children’s education.
Developing our Catholic identity is an
important goal. Students learn about their
faith through example, worship, and service.
Service learning activities are integrated
across the curriculum. Each homeroom rotates
planning and participating in our
school-wide weekly Masses.
Language Arts:
Reading skills are taught through a
literature-based reading text (6th
grade-McGraw-Hill, 7th grade-McDougal
Littell) and enriched with supplementary
novels. Comprehension and vocabulary are
emphasized. The English program includes
grammar, writing, and speech (Houghton
Mifflin –6th grade and McDougal Littell-7th
grade.)
Math:
Emphasis is on computation, application,
reasoning, and problem solving in
conjunction with the use of technology and
practice activities. (Grade 6- Harcourt
math; 6 Honors, Grade 7, and 7 Honors use
Holt math.)
Science:
Sixth grade focus is on Earth science.
Seventh grade focus is on Life science. Both
grades are also presented supplementary
instruction in general science and physical
science. Weekly experiments, projects, and
hands-on activities enhance the curriculum.
Social Studies:
Discussion and projects complement
the study of world history for 6th grade and
American history for 7th grade (McGraw
publishers.) Seventh graders compete in a
state-wide Social Studies Fair.
Enrichment:
Each day students are provided an enrichment
class such as physical education, French, or
computer.
Individual Needs:
This class meets the needs of identified
students who need reinforcement, review, or
minor classroom adjustments. Students attend
this class instead of an enrichment class of
computer or French.
SAT 10:
The Stanford Achievement Test-10 is
administered to students in grades 3-7.
Students in grades 1-7 receive standardized
test preparation throughout the entire
school year. Children receive both classroom
and home practice for strengthening reading
comprehension strategies and skills.
Standards and
Benchmarks: Our textbook and
curriculum grade level expectations are
aligned with the Archdiocesan and State
Standards and Benchmarks. This is a specific
guideline for determining instruction of
what students should know and be able to do
at the end of each grade level.
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