Basic Skills Curriculum

Sacred Heart Academy believes in a rigorous basic skills curriculum enriched with the Core Knowledge Curriculum. Please visit the Core Knowledge website to see the subject areas that are also used in the Sacred Heart Academy curriculum. What is Core Knowledge? Click here for more information.

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SCIENCE
LANGUAGE ARTS
MATH
SOCIAL STUDIES
COMPUTER
ART
RELIGION
SOCIAL SKILLS
EDUCATIONAL SKILLS
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

SCIENCE
To provide students with a working knowledge of scientific concepts, experienced based methodologies such as group discussion, lecture, hands-on use of manipulatives, lab experiences, field trips, and science fair projects are used. Science is a sequential subject in kindergarten through eighth grade.
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LANGUAGE ARTS
ENGLISH, READING, SPELLING, WRITING, ORAL COMMUNICATION
Sacred Heart Academy uses a phonics-literature based reading program. In addition to reading skills, thinking and problem solving skills are stressed in the language arts program. Through a sound, sequential program students are provided experiences which make reading a pleasurable discovery experience.
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MATH
Sacred Heart Academy utilizes a multi-sensory approach to teaching math. Using math manipulatives in the primary grades, an up-to-date sequential math program, and grouping within each classroom are the strengths of our program. Basic skills, logic, and practical application computer math programs are included in the program.
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SOCIAL STUDIES
The social studies curriculum is a sequential program from kindergarten through grade eight. The program emphasizes responsible membership in communities, nations, and the world. The curriculum is enriched through the integration of geography, current events, and citizenship training. The entire social studies program is a content intensive, thinking skills based program.
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COMPUTER
Computers are used throughout the curriculum at each grade level, both in the classroom and in the computer lab. The program is designed to develop a sound knowledge of computer literacy, program language, data base management, as well as basic computer skills. Please visit our Computer lab section of our website for more information.
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ART
Through the use of a sequential art program, students are introduced to the masters of art, media of art, and hands-on art activities.
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RELIGION
At the primary level, emphasis is placed on the child's personal relationship with God. This is accomplished through teacher-led discussions, Bible stories, plays, and shared prayer time.
At the intermediate level, students enhance their personal relationship with God through extensive scripture study, role playing, problem solving sessions, and prayer.

Religion at the junior high level involves problem solving, liturgy planning, and community and parish involvement. It includes church history and scripture study.

NOTE FOR CATHOLIC FAMILIES:

Preparation for the sacraments involve joint cooperation of the parish and the school. Special preparation for First Holy Communion is given at the second grade level and students in grades 2 - 8 have the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

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SOCIAL SKILLS
Sacred Heart Academy emphasizes being a positive person through the Power of Positive Students program. This program gives students positive skills in dealing with self-esteem, peer relationships, and self-confidence.
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EDUCATIONAL SKILLS
Students at all grade levels are given tools which develop and strengthen organizational and study skills in order to enable them to succeed to the best of their ability. A sequential library skills program makes them proficient in the use of a library, while at the same time teaching them research skills vital to success in secondary education.
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EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
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Sacred Heart Academy offers many varied opportunities for students to get involved in extra-curricular activities. These activities include organized team sports such as girls' volleyball, basketball, soccer, and track; boys' basketball, football, soccer, and track; Student Council, Computer Club, Tennis Club, National Junior Honor Society, Brownies, Girl Scouts, and Cub Scouts, after school art program, and summer drama workshops.

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