Parent Resources
Art Curriculum
Art -- this curriculum, revised in 2004, is aligned with national and state
standards.
Read the 36-page Art Curriculum here
Attendance Policy for Elementary Schools
This policy for our elementary schools is based on the Pennsylvania School Code.
Read the Attendance Policy here
Diocesan Stanford 10 Achievement Tests Averages
This parent letter provides information on why the Diocese of Erie opts to not use the PSSA testing program. Tips are also provided on how to assit your child in taking the standardized tests.
The most recent diocesan averages from the Stanford 10 Achievement Tests, with a general explanation of the scores, can be found at this link
If you are interested in additional information, please visit the Stanford 10 website at Pearson.
Health Curriculum
The comprehensive Health Curriculum can be effectively integrated into other
curriculum areas, including religion, science, and physical education.
Read the 70-page Health Curriculum here
Language Arts Curriculum
Language Arts -- these objectives integrate reading, writing, listening,
speaking, and thinking to create a balanced literacy curriculum.
Read the 72-page Language Arts Curriculum here
Math Curriculum
The math curriculum is the
product of extensive research, and represents a comprehensive approach to
K-8 mathematics.
Read the 118-page Math Curriculum here
Microsoft Top links for Parents & Students
Microsoft At School: Top links for teachers, students, and parents
Get inspired to do great things with technology both in and out of the classroom with these online resources.
Microsoft
Music Curriculum
The Music Curriculum Guidelines for Grades K-8 are aligned with both national and state standards.
Read the 38-page Music Curriculum here
Physical Education Curriculum
Read the 10-page Physical Education Curriculum Guide
Religion Curriculum
The guidelines for teaching religion in our schools are aligned with the Catechism and the religious education curriculum.
Read the 29-page Religion Curriculum here
Report Cards
Read the brochure which gives an overview of the redesigned primary report cards. The intermediate report card brochure explains the new format for 4th through 6th grade report cards.
Science Curriculum
The revised science curriculum aligns with national and state standards and is based on the NSES model. Read the 88-page science curriculum here
Social Studies Curriculum
Social Studies -- this curriculum draws from the fields of history,
geography, political science, behavioral science, and economics.
Read the 144-page Social Studies Curriculum here
Student Application
The four page student appication can be accessed here
A separate application is used for pre-school students.
Technology Curriculum
The Technology Curriculum supports the use of technology skills across the
curriculum and is aligned with national and state standards.
Read the 24-page Technology Curriculum here
Wellness Policy
The Wellness Policy for our schools has been written to comply with federal and state requirements, and is designed to promote student wellness in the areas of nutrition, physical activity, and physical education.
Read the 10-page document here