The purpose of Kindergarten is to teach children a rich, meaningful and balanced curriculum of skills and information through age-appropriate lessons and activities that encourage them to want to be present and learn. It is a place where the children are furthering their development towards a strong foundation in Reading, Writing, Mathematics and our Catholic Faith. Teaching to the “Whole Child”, the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual, as well as the academic is emphasized. It is a place where the children are offered safety, security, respect and love as God’s “gifts”
Kindergarten is a place where students learn that they are made by God and that Jesus is God’s Son, and regularly discuss the importance of living our lives like Jesus. In our classroom we have a special prayer space where they can focus on quiet prayer. Through a variety of enriching activities, students learn about the beauty and importance of the Christmas and Easter seasons.
Kindergarten engages children in literacy through oral language, literature appreciation, and early reading and writing skills. Through guided practice, possible field trips, literature, art, music, and stewardship activities, Kindergarten children begin to acquire the socialization skills necessary to function as living examples of Christ-like behavior, both as individuals and as part of a group whether it be the family, school, parish, and/or broader community. Through guided practice, students begin to develop an understanding of important math and scientific concepts, processes and ideas.
