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Reading instruction begins in earnest with the start of first grade. Spelling and handwriting are also key components of this process. While arithmetic manipulatives are used to introduce more abstract thinking, the mastery of math facts is an important emphasis. Hands-on and inquiry-based activities provide exciting and stimulating experiences with integrated science concepts. Family, parish, and community continue to be emphasized in developing social awareness.
Religion focuses on developing an understanding of the sacramental life of the Church. Second graders are prepared to participate in First Reconciliation, followed by preparation for First Communion.
They also participate in special classes throughout a given week in physical education, music, Spanish, art, computer, and visits to the library.
A listing of the textbooks used is below:
Subject Title Publisher Copyright Grade(s) E/LA Into Reading Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2020 K-5 E/LA Handwriting Without Tears Learning Without Tears 2018 1 Religion Finding God: Our Response to God's Gifts (TE-1) Loyola Press 2013 1 Religion Image of God Ignatius Press 2018 2 Religion Family Life RCL Benzinger 2011 1-5 Mathematics Progress in Math Sadlier/Oxford 2014 1-5 Science Into Science Houghton Mifflin Harcourt 2024 1-5 Social Studies Social Studies Alive My School and Family 1 Teacher's Curriculum Institute 2010 1 Social Studies Social Studies Alive My Community 2 Teacher's Curriculum Institute 2010 2 Printing Power Learning Without Tears 2018 2 Spanish QTalk 1-4