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St. Peter Catholic School - Curriculum

Vision and Purpose:

The goal of the curriculum at St. Peter Catholic School is to

form students intellectually within the context of Catholic

education. In order to achieve this goal, we are preparing our

students to be insightful thinkers and speakers who have a

solid basis in their religion and a solid mastery of language

arts, mathematics, science, social studies, technology, art,

music, and physical education.

Religious education is at the heart of the entire

curriculum at St. Peter School. St. Peter defines its own specific

curriculum, modeling state and national curriculum

standards, as well as the religious standards suggested by the

National Catholic Education Association. Our graduates are

prepared to excel academically, to welcome leadership

responsibilities, and to become productive members of society.

St. Peter Catholic School Curriculum – updated October 2015 [Type text]

Mathematics Curriculum Vision

The purpose and goal of the mathematics curriculum at St. Peter

School is to prepare our students to have a comprehensive understanding

and application of arithmetic and mathematic principles. In the early

school years students develop a mastery of arithmetic principles and

application. The mastery of arithmetic set a solid foundation for the

understanding of mathematics. Early algebraic and geometric concepts

are taught at these grade levels as well.

In the middle years students are taught multiple step mathematical

problems and applications. This includes variables, fractions and more

advanced geometry.

During Middle School students have the opportunity to learn at

grade level or be challenged at a higher level including a complete course

in Algebra. Many of our students are placed in advanced Math courses

once they enter high school. All of our graduates are well prepared to

succeed in Mathematics.


Kindergarten Math Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Algebra Concepts (Equations, variables, etc.) Computation: Whole Number Geometry Concepts Graphing and Charting Measurement: Linear, Area, and Volume Number Sense Number Pattern Number Sense: Number Types Problem Solving and Reasoning Strategies Spatial Patterns

LEARNING GOALS:

Represents addition and subtraction with objects Adds and subtracts numbers to 10 Identify plane and solid shapes Categorize and sort objects by their attributes

o Manipulates 2D and 3D shapes to form other shapes o Compare and contrast information

Measures with standard and non-standard units of measurement for height, length, width, weight and volume

Compare order, estimate length, weight, capacity Tell time to the hour – Estimate time – Distinguish between morning, noon and

night o Name the days of the week and months of the year o Count to 100 by 1’s, 5’s ,10’s

Recognizing and writing numerals 0-20 Counts objects in a set 1:1 correspondence

o Compares number of objects o Assign ordinal numbers to objects

Apply and adapt a variety of appropriate strategies to apply problems Recognize, identify, create and extend patterns Identify name and value of penny, nickel, dime and quarter


First Grade Math Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Computation: Fractions Estimation Geometry Concepts Graphing and Charting Number Sense: Number Patterns Number Types Problem Solving and Reasoning Strategies

LEARNING GOALS:

Apply addition and subtraction strategies with numbers through 20. Identify ½, ¼, 1/3. Estimate with groups of 10. Identify plane and solid shapes. Interpret bar graphs, pictographs, tally charts. Count by 2s, 5s and 10s. Identify even and odd numbers. Identify 1more, 1less, 10more, 10 less of numbers through 100. Demonstrate place value to 100. Compare and order numbers through 100. Apply problem solving skills Count change to $1.00 Identify time to the hour and half hour.


Second Grade Math Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Computation: Whole Numbers Graphing and Charting Number Sense: Number Patterns Number Types Problem Solving Reasoning Strategies Measurement

LEARNING GOALS:

Solve adding and subtraction problems with and without regrouping up to 999. Identifying growing and repeating patterns. Apply skip counting (2,3,4,5, and 10) starting at any number Order and compare numbers up to 999. Identify place value up to 9,999. Translates numbers into expanded form up to 999. Demonstrate and explain appropriate methods for problem solving. Compare coin values to the half-dollar. Create and figure change under dollar. Determine a value for a set of coins/bills up to $5.00. Select the fewest coins to show a value. Identify time to the minute. Determining elapsed time. Interpret a yearly calendar. Compare fractions using less than, greater than symbols. Write fractions that represent a group or set. Distinguish the difference between acute, obtuse, and right angles. Draw congruent shapes. Identify a quadrilateral, parallelogram, rhombus, and trapezoid. Identify and draw lines of symmetry. Label a rectangular prism, sphere, square pyramid, cone, cube and cylinder. Recognize and label faces, edges, and vertices of solid shapes. Estimate and measure to the nearest inch or foot using a ruler. Measure to find perimeter.


Third Grade Math Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Algebra Concepts Computation Estimation Geometry Graphing and Charting Measurement: Linear, Area and Volume Number Sense and Patterns Fractions

LEARNING GOALS:

Identify and solve algebraic expressions with missing addends and factors Use whole numbers through hundreds and thousands place value by adding and

subtracting Apply multiplication (through 12 as a factor) with single, 2-digit, and 3-digit factors

with regrouping Apply division (through 12 as a divisor) Apply estimation skills with sums, differences, and products Identify and distinguish different lines and angles Describe 2-D and 3-D shapes by the use of edges, faces, and vertices Introduce the use of medium, mode, and range when interpreting data Organize and record information through the use of line plots, pictographs, orders

pair, ands bar graphs Apply customary (inch and half inch) and metric (centimeters and decimeters,

meter, kilometer) conversions to measurement and capacity problems Apply the concept of repeat addition as a simpler form of multiplication Use the multiplication chart (up to 12 as a factor) to identify square numbers and

skip counting for each factor Introduce fractions and the addition of fractions


Fourth Grade Math Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Algebra Computation

o Whole Numbers o Fractions o Decimals

Estimation Geometry Graphing and Charting Measurement: Linear, Area and Volume Problem Solving and Reasoning Properties and Operations

LEARNING GOALS:

Represent the idea of a variable as an unknown quantity using a letter or a symbol Express mathematical relationships using equations Recognize pictorial representation of fractions and identify equivalent fractions Develop fluency in adding, subtracting through 5 digit numbers with regrouping Develop and recognize pictorial representation or fractions and identify equivalent

fractions Develop a fluency in adding and subtracting decimal numbers through the

hundredths place Develop and use strategies to estimate the results of whole-number computations

and to judge the reasonableness of such results Select appropriate methods and tools for computing with whole numbers from

among mental computation and use the selected method or tool Recognize geometrical figures through pictures and shape models Name geometrical figures using the number of sides and angles A Apply both metric and customary systems of measurement to measuring objects Use repetition of a single unit to measure something larger than the unit, for

instance, measuring length of a room with a single meter stick Use tools to measure (ruler, yard stick, meter stick) Distinguish words that identify when to add, subtract, multiply, and divide (numeration) use the associative and commutative properties of addition and

multiplication Name the order of operation using 4 different operations Develop fluency in multiplying and dividing whole numbers through 3 digit by 2

digit numbers


Fifth Grade Math Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Algebra Concepts – Equations and Variables Computation: Whole Numbers Computation: Fractions Computation: Decimals Computation: Other Estimation Geometry Concepts Number Sense Number Types Problem Solving Measurement: Linear, Area, and Volume Problem Solving and Reasoning Strategies Statistical Concepts: Data Analysis Skills

LEARNING GOALS:

Calculate for all four operations Compare and Order decimals Estimate whole numbers, decimals and Fractions Apply customary length, weight capacity Recognize and apply metric length, capacity, weight Add and subtract measurements Identify Prime and Composite Numbers Recognize Factors and Multiples Recognize and create Equivalent numbers Use simplest form Solve word problems, all operations and concepts Measure, draw and classify angles Create predictions Analyze and draw conclusions Define Mean, Median, Mode and Range Calculate and apply Mean, median, mode and Range Create and apply Bar Graphs, Line graphs and Stem and Leaf plots


Sixth Grade Math Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Algebra Concepts (Equations, variables, etc.) Computation: Fractions Geometry Concepts Graphing and Charting Measurement: Linear, Area, and Volume Probability

LEARNING GOALS:

Recognize equivalent representation for the same number and generate them by decomposing and composing numbers, including expanded notation, associative and distributive properties.

Use cross products to solve for a variable. Recognize and generate equivalent forms of fractions, decimals, and percents. Solve problems using equivalent ratios. Identify the properties of 1, 2, and 3-dimentional shapes using geometric

vocabulary. Describe relationships between the corresponding angles and the length of

corresponding sides of similar triangles. Find the range and measures of center, including creating and using a box-and

whisker pot. Find the area and perimeter of polygons. Measuring to the closest tenth of a centimeter. Measuring to a sixteenth of an inch. Convert from one unit to another within a system of measurement (mass, weight,

length, capacity) Finding the experimental probability of an independent event


Seventh Grade Math Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Algebra Concepts (Equations, variables, etc.) Computation: Geometry Concepts Measurement: Linear, Area, and Volume Number Sense: Number Patterns Problem Solving and Reasoning Strategies Statistics: Data Analysis Skills

LEARNING GOALS:

Analyze patterns represented graphically or numerically suing words, symbolic rules and notation.

Write expressions and equation using variables to represent unknown quantities. Solve one-step addition, subtraction, multiplication and division equations using

inverse operations. Solving two-step equations using inverse operations. Solve inequalities in one-variable. Find the slope of a line. Find the percent of increase, decrease, and calculate simple interest. Approximate the value of square roots to the nearest whole number. Apply the properties of operations to integers. Classify 2-and3-dimentional shapes based on their properties. Describe relationships between corresponding sides, angles, and perimeters of

similar polygons. Reposition shapes under informal transformations. Solve problems involving circumference and/or area of a circle. Find the area of a parallelogram, triangle, trapezoid, and circle. Recognize equivalent representations of the same number, including exponential

notation. Compare and order integers, positive rational numbers, and percents. Finding and writing function rules. Model and solve problems, using multiple representations such as graphs, tables,

expressions, equations or inequalities. Find, use and interpret measures of center and spread, including ranges and

interquartile range. Select, create and use appropriate graphical representations, including circle graphs,

histograms, and box and whisker plots.


Pre-Algebra Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Algebra Concepts (Equations, variables, etc.) Computation: Fractions Computation: Decimals Graphing and Charting Measurement: Linear, Area, and Volume Number Sense: Number Patterns Probability Problem Solving and Reasoning Strategies

LEARNING GOALS:

Make and use a scatter plot. Apply the properties of operations to integers. Graph ordered pairs in a coordinate plane. Approximate the value of square roots to the nearest whole number. Graph inequalities in one variable on a number line. Solving two-step equations using inverse operations. Solve inequalities in one-variable. Solve problems involving circumference and/or area of a circle. Find the area of a parallelogram, triangle, trapezoid, and circle. Recognize equivalent representations of the same number, including exponential

notation. Find the slope of a line. Graph linear functions in a coordinate plane. Calculate the surface area of cylinders, rectangular prisms, and pyramids. Calculate the volume of rectangular prisms and cylinders. Compare and order integers, positive rational numbers, and percents. Find and write function rules Use models to compute the probability of an event. Calculating the probability of independent and dependent events. Finding permutations and combinations Model and solve problems, using multiple representations such as graphs, tables,

expressions, equations, or inequalities


Eighth Grade Math Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Algebra Concepts (Equations, variables, etc.) Computation: Fractions Computation Geometry Concepts Graphing and Charting Number Sense: Number Types Problem Solving and Reasoning Strategies

LEARNING GOALS:

Solve multi-step equations and inequalities in one-variable, including equations with absolute value.

Solving for variables in given formulas, including interest, area, perimeter, volume, and circumference.

Solve problems using the Pythagorean Theorem. Solve equations in two variables. Solve systems of linear equations. Add and subtract polynomials. Use Trigonometric Ratios, including Sine, Cosine, and tangent to find angle measures

and side length. Apply properties of operations to rational numbers, including order of operations

and inverse operations. Apply the properties of exponents to solve problems. Apply all operation son rational numbers. Apply the relationship between squares and square roots and cubes and cube roots

to solve a problem. Solve equations to find angle measures involving supplementary, complementary

angles, and angles formed by intersecting parallel lines. Classify angles, triangles, and quadrilaterals. Identify congruent polygons and use special rules for identifying congruent triangles

and find angle measure in polygons. Using intercepts to graph linear functions. Using slope to graph linear functions. Graph linear inequalities Solving problems with scientific notation. Model and solve problems using multiple representations such as graphs, tables,

equations, or inequalities. Make conjectures (based on theoretical probability) about the results of

experiments


Algebra Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Algebra Concepts (Equations, variables, etc.)

Computation:

Graphing and Charting

Problem Solving and Reasoning Strategies

Statistics:

Data Analysis Skills

LEARNING GOALS:

Solve multi-step equations, inequalities, absolute value equations in one variable with multiple steps.

Determine whether a relation is a function. Solve literal equations, rewriting equations and formulas. Solve linear equations, inequalities, absolute value and compound inequalities in

two variables. Solve linear systems by substitution or adding or subtraction. Add, subtract, and multiply polynomials. Solve polynomial equations in factored form. Find the square roots of numbers to the closest tenths place. Find percent of change. Apply the exponent properties to solve problems. Graphing linear equations and inequalities in two variables. Identify the x and y intercepts of a graph, and use these intercepts and the slope to

graph a linear equation in 2 variables. Solve linear systems by graphing. Graph exponential functions. Write conditional statements to determine whether those statements are true or

false, justifying the true statements and giving counterexamples for false statements.

Write and graph exponential functions and then use exponential growth and decay to solve problems.

Use direct variation linear relationships to solve problems and make predictions about data.


Science Curriculum Vision

The purpose and goal of the Science Curriculum at St. Peter Catholic

School is to form in our students with a sound scientific foundation that

strengthens many skills people use every day like solving problems

creatively, thinking critically, working cooperatively in teams, using

technology effectively and valuing life-long learning.

We believe all students are capable of full participation and of

making meaningful contributions in science class. In our K-2 programs

we will guide students to an understanding of the fundamentals of science.

The 3rd thru 5th grade students will deepen their knowledge of scientific

concepts and participate in scientific investigations. These students will

also study the solar system and continue their study of general Earth, Life

and Physical science.

Our sixth through eighth grade middle school students pursue an in-

depth study of Earth, Life and Physical Science. This curriculum is

designed to fully prepare to excel in high school science courses. The

middle school students regularly apply the Scientific Method in lab work,

data collection and analysis. The curriculum also continues to develop the


student’s ability to ask insightful questions and define problems that will

lead to possible solutions.

With the diversity of students’ skills, experiences, and backgrounds, our

school believes in varied, high quality opportunities for all students to

learn science.


Kindergarten Science Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Applications of Science in Daily Life Earth Science (geology, meteorology, etc.) Environmental Science Health: Inquiry Procedures and Skills Life Science: Animals Life Science: Plants Life Science: Human Beings Life Science: Components of Living Things (e.g., cells, structures, systems, etc.) Physical Science (matter, energy, motion, force, sound, electricity, magnetism, etc.) Science Equipment (types, use, etc.) Stewardship of God’s Creation

LEARNING GOALS FOR CONTENT STRANDS:

Name basic needs-food, water, air, shelter, space Observe and describe daily weather as it cycles thru the four seasons of the year Develop an awareness of the importance and benefits of recycling Apply healthy hand washing practices into daily routine Make qualitative observations using the five senses and simple tools Classify animals using basic characteristics Describe the life cycle of the butterfly Identify insect body parts Identify the body parts associated with the five senses and their function Describe and observe physical properties of objects Measure and compare mass and volume Identify three forms of matter (solid/liquid/gas) Identify basic tools and their uses – magnifying glasses, telescope, etc. Demonstrate an appreciation and respect for all of God’s creation


First Grade Science Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Applications of Science in Daily Life Earth Science (geology, meteorology, etc.) Environmental Science Health: Nutrition Inquiry Procedures and Skills Life Science: Animals Life Science: Plants Life Science: Human Beings Life Science: Components of Living Things (e.g., cells, structures, systems) Physical Science (matter, energy, motion, force, sound, electricity, magnetism) Science Equipment (types, use, etc.) Stewardship of God’s Creation


Discuss healthy eating habits and identify the food groups Discuss migration of animals especially the monarch butterfly Identify characteristics of different species of penguins and their habitats Identify characteristics of fish Compare and contrast ocean creatures Identify the layers of the rainforest and the animals that live there Identify parts of a plant and the life cycle Recognize how trees change during the seasons, especially the apple tree Discuss the concepts of recycling, reusing and reducing waste


Second Grade Science Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Earth Science (geology, meteorology) Environmental Science Inquiry procedures and skills Physical Science (matter, energy, motion, force, sound, electricity, magnetism, etc.) Application of Science in Daily Life Life Science: Animals


Identify natural resources. Define and apply the steps in solving scientific problems: hypothesis, procedures,

observations and conclusions Identify and build simple machines. Identify and describe metamorphic, igneous, and sedimentary rock Explain characteristics of fossils and the benefits of studying them Describe weathering and erosion and how they change the Earth’s surface Investigate the composition of soil Identify parts of water cycle Label types of precipitation, rain, snow, sleet, and hail Recognize and describe types of storms and how they form Describe how people and other living things adjust to seasonal changes Describe hibernation and migration

Third Grade Science Curriculum: CONTENT STRANDS:

Inquiry Procedures and Skills Life Science: Animals Life Science: Human Beings Physical Science (matter, energy, motion, force, sound, electricity, magnetism, etc.) Space Science (universe, planets, etc.)


Introduce the use of simple tools during observations Describe the needs of all animals Classify and categorize animals by their different structures


Explain the importance of food webs and food chains and how animals interact with each other in their ecosystem

Compare different consumers as being herbivore, carnivore, or omnivore Introduce the skeletal system and how bones work together Describe the characteristics of the states of matter (solid, liquid, and gas) Describe how mixtures are made from two or more solids Explain the attraction and repulsion of magnets Identify the phases of the moon as it orbits around Earth Explain how the earth’s rotation around the sun is responsible for the seasons Research the unique features of the inner and outer planets Distinguish different stars by their size, color, and brightness

Fourth Grade Science Curriculum: CONTENT STRANDS:

Applications of Science in Technology Applications of Science in Daily Life Inquiry procedures and skills Life Science: Animals Life Science: Plants Life Science: Components of living things (e.g., cells, structures, systems, etc.) Physical Science (matter, energy, motion, force, sound, electricity, magnetism, etc.) Space Science (universe, planets, etc.)


Show appreciation for the link between technological developments and scientific discoveries

Identify the contributions of scientist and inventors Pose questions about objects, materials, organisms and events in the environment Make observations and compare amounts using simple tools and equipment Identify that living things have offspring based on the organisms’ physical

similarities and differences Identify plants and animals using simple dichotomous key Identify the basic needs of plants the traits that enable them to survive in specific

habitats and sequence their life cycle Identify the functions of animal and plant cells Distinguish between the components of a mixture and solutions Describe ways to separate the components of a mixture and solution by properties Describe the relative proximity of common celestial bodies in the sky to the Earth Name constellations in the Northern Hemisphere and explain why they are only

seen during certain seasons.


Fifth Grade Science Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Applications of Science in Technology Applications of Science in Daily Life Chemistry (elements, reactions, etc.) Earth Science (geology, meteorology, etc.) Environmental Science Inquiry Procedures and Skills Life Science Animals Life Science Plants Life Science Human Beings Life Science Components of Living Things (e.g., cells, structures, systems, etc.) Physical Science (matter, energy, motion, force, sound, electricity, magnetism, etc.)


Analyze radiant, chemical, nuclear, thermal and electrical energy and their uses. Be able to discuss global warming, water cycle, Greenhouse effect and their effect on

climate Identify the components of the Periodic Table Describe the Earth’s layers and how pollution affects them Discuss plate tectonics and ways to reduce damage and loss of life associated with

earthquakes Recognize the layers of the atmosphere and how pollution affects them Compare renewable and nonrenewable resources Apply scientific method through chapter investigations Analyze kingdoms, genus and species Explain types cell division in animal and plant reproduction Display an understanding of genes, chromosomes and how they are related to

heredity Identify parts of and differentiate between the Circulatory System, Muscular System,

Digestive System and the Excretory System. Identify the differences between viruses and bacteria Design a lab report in which hand lenses and plotting data are incorporated Investigate matter, motion, force, mechanical and kinetic energy


Sixth Grade Science Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Application of Science in Technology Applications of Science in Daily Life Earth Science (elements, reactions, etc.) Space Science: (universe, planets, etc.) Environmental Science Inquiry Procedures and Skills


Demonstrate proper safety procedures in science lab Describe SI units of mass, weight, temp, time and rate and be able to convert SI units Predict and take accurate measurements Identify different minerals Identify sedimentary particles: clay, sand and silt Describe the layers of the earth: ionosphere, atmosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere Describe the Richter Scale Model plate boundaries and mountain formation Differentiate continental drift from plate tectonics Differentiate Mechanical and Chemical Weathering Describe and give examples of the four types of erosion Explain the electromagnetic spectrum Identify the differences between refracting and reflecting telescopes Differentiate between satellites and space probes Differentiate between rotation and revolution Describe: the phases of the moon, how the phases relate to the tides, the inner

planets, the outer planets, constellations, different galaxies, comets, meteoroids and asteroids

Identify the two most common elements in the atmosphere. Describe the relationship between temperature and pressure Describe global winds, air fronts and safety in extreme weather Distinguish between high, middle and low clouds Recognize how mixture, solution and concentration relate to oceans Describe energy transfer

God’s Creation


Seventh Grade Science Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Application of Science in Technology

Application in Science in Daily Life

Environmental Science

Health: Nutrition

Inquiry Procedures and Skills

Life Sciences: Animals

Life Sciences: Plants

Life Sciences: Human Beings

Science Equipment and Safety

Stewardship of God’s Creation


Describe variables in an experiment Discuss characteristics of life Describe how organisms are named Describe/classify insects by their order Make conclusions about the relatedness of species based on their

names/classification Describe the appearance and function of organelles Describe the two different types of viral infections Observe and identify cells using microscopes Describe organic and inorganic molecules Differentiate/model passive from active transport Identify organisms which go through photosynthesis and respiration and the

products produced in each Describe mitosis, meiosis and DNA Describe alleles as dominant or recessive Predict the phenotypes and genotypes of offspring using a Punnett square Describe traits as they relate to pedigrees Describe uses for gene therapy Describe Natural Selection and the evidence for evolution List the skin’s function Differentiate three types of muscles Identify the parts of the eye Relate the endocrine system to the nervous system Describe the stages of human life


Eighth Grade Science Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Application of Science in Technology

Application in Science in Daily Life

Chemistry (element, reaction)

Environmental Science

Inquiry Procedures and Skills

Physical Science: (Matter, energy, motion, force, sound, electricity, magnetism,

etc.)

Science Equipment (types use, etc.) and Safety

Stewardship of God’s Creation


Describe physical and chemical properties Describe the states of matter and changes of state Identify the three main parts of the atom and radioactive decay Describe uses of radioactive decay Describe metals, metalloids and nonmetals Describe the properties of families and groups Investigate the properties of elements Research information on the periodic table Model the electron distribution and electron dot diagram of selected elements Describe and name ionic bonds and covalent bonds Describe elements and bonding Describe factors which affect rate of reaction Describe properties of acids and bases Describe acids and bases in solution Use indicator to identify acids and bases Observe neutralization reactions Use SI units to describe motion and acceleration Graph motion Relate mass to momentum Predict how mass and surfaces affect friction Explain Newton’s 3 Laws of Motion Using Newton’s 3 Laws of Motion, create a Newton Scooter Describe how objects become electrically charged Relate voltage to the electrical energy carried by an electric current Relate voltage, current and resistance Demonstrate the effect of resistance in series and parallel circuits


Social Studies Curriculum Vision

The Social Studies program at St. Peter School is designed to have

students become productive and responsible members of a democratic

society. By definition, Social Studies encompass the disciplines of

history, economics, political science, geography, religious studies,

psychology, anthropology, and civics.

Students in grades K-5 focus on family and community. Middle

School students broaden their knowledge by comparing the

governments of ancient civilizations with modern governments. By

understanding the past, students can draw conclusions about the causes

and effects in their history. The goal of the program is to develop

students’ thinking and communication skills so that they can become

informed decision makers in an ever-changing world.


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Kindergarten Social Studies Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

American History

Concepts

Cultures

Economic Concepts

Government and

Citizenship

Map Skills

Personal and Social

Relationships

Social Groups and

Institutions (family, Nation, etc.)


Identify the names of Abraham Lincoln and George Washington

Develop an appreciation for varied and different cultures

Distinguish between need and want

Explain the difference between spend and save

Identifies the United States Flag

Recites the Pledge of Allegiance

Identify north, south, east and west

Obeys school and classroom rules

Respects property of self and others

Compare and contrast family structure

First Grade Social Studies Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

American History Concepts

Cultures

Map skills

Social Groups and Institutions

Global Connections


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Compare Abe Lincoln and George Washington’s lives and presidency

Identify Christmas traditions in different countries.

Describe Chinese New Year celebration and Chinese culture.

Identify north, south, east, west, use of map key, compass rose

Identify location in school, city, state, country, continent

Compare cities within United States

Identify community helpers and their role in community

Create a community by interpreting what is necessary for success.

Identify the Irish flag and discuss the history of Ireland.

Second Grade Social Studies Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:


Geography

Geographical Features

Government & Citizenship

Historical Concepts


Discuss the 13 Colonies

Show appreciation for Native Americans and explorers

Identify American Presidents

Contrast and compare landforms

Be able to make connections from student to universe

Compare the difference between consumers and producers

Identify American monuments and symbols

Locate continents and oceans on a simple world map

Recognize the 50 United States

Demonstrate an understanding of maps using symbols and the compass rose.


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Third Grade Social Studies Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

American History

Current Events

Economic Concepts

Geographical Areas

Government and Citizenship

Historical Concepts (time, continuity, change, etc.)

Map Skills

Personal and Social Relationships


Describe the early American colony of Jamestown

Research westward expansion, specifically Lewis and Clark

Define immigration to the United States focusing on Ellis Island

Show an appreciation for Mexico, our neighbor to the south.

Define needs and wants in a community

Relate personal earnings to money produced by a community.

Identify continents on world maps

Discuss local, state and federal government

Apply the concepts of distance, direction and location

Fourth Grade Social Studies Curriculum: CONTENT STRANDS:

American History Concepts Cultures Economic Concepts Geographical Areas Geographical Features Government and Citizenship Map Skills Personal and Social Relationships Primary Sources Research Skills


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Identify geographical features of regions the United States. Interpret the economic background of each region. Analyze the historical events of each region. Identify major historical events in Missouri Describe Missouri’s role in westward expansion. Locate the major cities and rivers in Missouri. Explain the effects of slavery and the role of the Underground Railroad. Identify and locate the 50 states on the map of the United States. Memorize state capitals and abbreviations. Research a famous Missourian. Apply the concepts of latitude and longitude, map scale and elevation. Identify geographic differences in the regions of the United States. Identify the three branches of government. Classify primary and secondary sources

Fifth Grade Social Studies Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Government and Citizenship Map skills Primary source Research Skills World History Concepts American History Concepts Cultures Current events Economic concepts Geographical concepts


Discuss sea routes as they relate to pre-Columbian trade.

Compare and contrast the motivation of early European explorers.

Discuss lifestyles of Native American groups by region.

Describe the effect of European colonization on Native Americans.

Apply the concept of supply and demand on early American colonies.

Explain the effects of the slave trade on Africa and colonial America.

Compare and contrast loyalist and patriot viewpoints.


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Identify the major battles of the American Revolution and explain the outcome of

each.

Analyze the causes and effects of the American Revolution.

Describe the difference between Federalists and Antifederalists

Explain the importance of the Constitutional Convention, resulting in the

Constitution.

Analyze the three branches of government.

Explain the relationship between historical events and current events.

Analyze primary and secondary sources.

Explain the difference between elevation and relief

Recognize the significance of historical maps.

Explain how slavery and the debate over states’ rights led to the Civil war

Analyze the role that the Appalachian Mountains and various rivers had on

Westward Expansion

Sixth Grade Social Studies Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:

Cultures/Religion Economic Concepts Geographical Areas Government and Citizenship Historical Concepts (time, continuity, Change, etc.) Map Skills Research skills World History

LEARNING GOALS:

Students will compare and contrast the religions of Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam and Christianity.

Recognize trade routes of the ancient world. Describe specialization of crafts as a result of surplus. Explain how taxes were paid in products and work projects. Relate the ancient civilizations to the geographical areas where they developed. Distinguish between a Monarchy, Oligarchy, Democracy and a Republic. Collect information from mapping resources such as historical, equal-area

projection, polar projection, distribution and population.


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Research gods and goddesses of polytheistic religions. Research historical places in Rome, Greece or the Arabic nations. Analyze the geography of the Fertile Crescent, the Nile River Valley, The Indus River

Valley, the Huang He River Valley, Ancient Greece, Ancient Rome, the Arab world and Africa.

Discuss Europe in Transition, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Reformation, the French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution.

Seventh Grade Social Studies Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:


Economic Concepts

Research

Historical Concepts


Map Skills

Geographical Areas


Discuss effects of the American Revolution. Describe creation of Constitution and Bill of Rights. Discuss precedents set by early Presidents. Examine Westward Expansion in the early 19th century. Show appreciation for the role St. Louis played in growth of the country. Analyze causes and effects of Civil War. Research the role of Lincoln as a wartime president Discuss post-war years 1865-1877.

Eighth Grade Social Studies Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS:


Current Events

Economic Concepts

Geographical Areas


Historical Concepts


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Research Skills

LEARNING GOALS:

Identify circumstances in the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries that resulted in growth of

the federal government.

Explain relationships between immigration, industrialization and growth of urban

centers in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Research cause-effect relationship between World Wars I & II.

Discuss Progressivism and the Suffrage Movement in the early 20th century.

Show appreciation for contributions of individuals and organizations in the fight

towards equality.

Research personal family history and connect to major happenings in United States

history.

Discuss patterns of war from the mid-20th century to present.

Relate the power of the Presidency to the growth of the United States as a world

power in the 20th century.

Express feelings toward the role and responsibilities of the United States as a world

power in the 21st century.


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Religion Curriculum Vision:

The purpose and goal of the Religion curriculum at St. Peter Catholic

School is to enable our students to develop a personal and active

relationship with Jesus Christ, by living the teachings of the Catholic

Church. The four pillars of the Catechism of the Catholic Church-Creed,

Sacraments, Morality, and Prayer-are taught and developed on every

grade level every year. This ensures that the beliefs of our faith are

introduced to and reinforced for the young people as they grow, develop,

and mature in their faith. In addition, our Faith in Action program is

designed to educate students on catholic social teachings and to help them

respond in action to the most vulnerable in our community.

In the Primary grades, students continue to recognize in themselves

and others that they are uniquely created, each a beautiful child of God.

Students develop a sense of belonging to family, home, school, parish,

church and community. Students cultivate a love for Jesus Christ and His

Church and in doing so learn to embrace a loving God. All of this is done in

our Christ centered classroom environment with the strong support of

very active parents.


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The Intermediate students build on Catholic literacy by defining and

explaining important faith terms and concepts. Students learn to

recognize that faith is not detached from their everyday life, but is meant

to be lived. They also use examples of saints and others who have lived

exemplary Catholic lives to serve as models for all young people.

The Middle School student will learn what it means to follow Jesus

and to be Catholic today. They will learn what God has revealed to us

through his Son, Jesus Christ, and what the Church has passed on from

generation to generation through the working of the Holy Spirit. Their

spiritual journey will guide them in learning about the Catholic Church, its

beliefs and about God theFather, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit, the

sacraments, Christian morality, justice and prayer. Their study will

culminate with the sacrament of Confirmation, which brings them to be,

full member of the Church.


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Kindergarten Religion Curriculum

Content Strands:

Church

Church History

Doctrine

Gospel Values

Jesus

Mary

Morality

Prayer and Liturgy

Religious Practices

Religious Symbols

Sacraments

Saints

Scripture

Service

Stewardship

Trinity

VBRD


Practice appropriate and respectful church behavior by participation in Eucharistic

celebrations

Recognize the Golden Rule/Great Commandment as a way to treat others

Identify Jesus as our brother, friend and savior

Compare the Holy Family with our families

Recognize and practice virtues as presented in the Virtue Based Restorative Discipline

program

Recall prayers such as the Sign of the Cross, Glory Be, Guardian Angel prayer, Hail Mary,

Our Father and Blessing before Meals

Distinguish between a cross and a crucifix

Recognize the sacrament of Baptism and how we are all Children of God

Identify saints as friends of Jesus and models of how to live

Define scripture as the word of God

Demonstrate an understanding of the Catholic Social Teachings by participating in the

Faith in Action program. Kindergarten’s call to action is to be the “Hands of Jesus”.

Identify the Trinity by using examples such as: shamrock/apple


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First Grade Religion Curriculum

CONTENT STRANDS:

Church

Church History

Doctrine

Gospel Values

Jesus

Mary

Morality

Prayer and Liturgy

-Sacraments

Religious Practices

Religious Symbols

Saints

Scripture

Service

Stewardship

Trinity

Virtue Based Restorative Discipline

Learning Goals:

*Identify the 4 Gospel Writers

*Define Gospel as “Good News”

*Identify the members of the Holy Family, Joseph and Mary the mother of Jesus

*Identify sin and its causes

*Memorize the Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be and Sign of the Cross

*Students will be able to identify the sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation

*Identify the Trinity as Father the creator, Jesus as Son of God and our brother and

friend, the Holy Spirit as our Helper

*Identify the symbols of the Holy Spirit

*Describe Prayer as talking and listening to God and explain the Golden Rule

*Discuss scripture stories: Creation, the birth of Jesus, Jesus Feeds the Crowd, The

Good Samaritan, Moses and the 10 Commandments

*Express a basic understanding of their dignity as a child of God

*Discuss the lives of St. Patrick and St. Nicholas

*Demonstrate an understanding of the Catholic Social Teachings by participating in

the Faith in Action program. First grade emphasis is in protecting the environment.


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Recognize and practice virtues as presented in VBRD

Second Grade Religion Curriculum

Content Strands:

Church

Church History

Doctrine

Gospel Values

Jesus

Mary

Morality

Prayer and Liturgy

Religious Practices

Religious Symbols

Sacraments

Saints

Scripture

Service

Stewardship

Trinity

Virtue Based Restorative Discipline

Learning Goals *Identify the parts of the mass

*Explain Jesus as the real presence in the Eucharist

*Recognize the Ten Commandments as God’s law and a guide for everyday life

*Compare sin verses mistake

*Use an examination of conscience to prepare for the Sacrament of Reconciliation

*Memorize the Act of Contrition

*Pray the Our Father with emphasis on the meaning of its words

*Recall the students individual Baptism and identify Baptismal items

*Prepare and participate in Reconciliation, and First Communion

*Read scripture stories to learn about forgiveness and how to forgive; Prodigal Son,

Zacchaeus

*Read scripture stories to gain an understanding of the Eucharistic celebration; Last

Supper

*Participate in the Faith in Action program with emphasis on the elderly

*Recognize and implement virtues as presented in the VBRD Program


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Third Grade Religion Curriculum

Content Strands:

Church

Church History

Doctrine

Gospel Values

Jesus

Mary

Morality

Prayer and Liturgy

Religious Practices

Religious Symbols

Sacraments

Saints

Scripture

Service

Stewardship

Trinity

VBRD

Learning Goals

*Recognize and illustrate the seasons of the Church’s Liturgical Year and

celebrations

*Distinguish between the Old and New Testament

*Identify Corporal and Spiritual Works

*Identify the Crucifixion, Resurrection, and Ascension of Jesus as the Paschal

Mystery

*Discuss and interpret a variety of miracles that Jesus performed

*Describe the Holy Family and Jesus as Messiah

*Examine Mary’s Annunciation and Visitation

*Identify the conversion of St. Paul the Apostle

*Explain the two main parts of the Eucharistic Celebration and specific parts of the

mass

*Introduce a variety of sacramentals

*Describe the three types of sacraments (Initiation/Service/Healing)

*Identify the Communion of Saints


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*Identify the levels of the Church’s Hierarchy


the Faith in Action program with emphasis on the hungry.

*Recognize and implement virtues as presented in the VBRD program

Fourth Grade Religion Curriculum:

Content Strands:

Church

Church History

Doctrine

Gospel Values

Jesus

Mary

Morality

Prayer and Liturgy

Religious Practices

Religious Symbols

Sacraments

Saints

Scripture

Service

Stewardship

Trinity

VBRD

Learning Goals: Explain what is meant by the Incarnation.

Identify names used for God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit.

Express knowledge and understanding of right and wrong, sin, the meaning of

conscience, and virtue.

Recognize the Precepts of the Church.

Express understanding and appreciation that through the Sacrament of

Reconciliation sins are truly forgiven.

Memorize the Mysteries of the Rosary and express understanding by creating a

brochure.

Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Law of Love, the Beatitudes,

and the Ten Commandments as guides for Christian living.


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Memorize the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy, the Beatitudes, and the

Ten Commandments.

Show appreciation for the sacredness of human life at every stage.

Demonstrate responsibility for choices by giving examples.

Locate Scripture passages by using the Bible.

Live the Works of Mercy through actions and words.

Recognize and implement virtues as presented in the Virtue Based Restorative

Discipline program.

Demonstrate an understanding of the Catholic Social Teachings by participating

in the Faith in Action program. Fourth grade emphasis is on veterans and the

military.

Fifth Grade Religion Curriculum:

Content Strands: *Church

*Church History

*Doctrine

*Gospel Values

*Jesus

*Mary

*Morality

*Prayer and Liturgy

*Religious Practices

*Religious Symbols

*Sacraments

*Saints

*Scripture

*Service

*Stewardship

*Trinity

*VBRD

Learning Goals for Content Strands:

*Define Body of Christ, Marks of the Church, purgatory, heaven and hell and

conscience

*Express an understanding of Oral History


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*Cite Evangelist and the Biblical images of the Holy Spirit and discuss Holy Spirit as

Advocate and Helper

*Define Communion of Saints

*Define Creeds and discuss differences

*Recognize and discuss Paschal Mystery, real presence, transubstantiation and

Divine Revelation

*Identify and cite examples of Jesus’ Public Ministry, Miracles of Jesus and

Beatitudes and Gifts of the Holy Spirit

*Understand the two natures of Jesus and enumerate titles for Jesus

*Identify Mary as Mother of God and Church and Her feast days

*Fill in and discuss Liturgical year calendar, identify Holy Days and sacred vessels

and sacramentals

*Memorize the Confiteor, the Angelus and recognize the Stations of the Cross and 5

forms of prayer

*Discuss Sacraments of Initiation, Service and Healing and recall levels of Holy

Orders

*Memorize components of Baptismal rite and Cardinal virtues

*Define and compare Saints, Martyrs and Heroes, understand and discuss steps for

canonization

*Recognize parts of the Bible by identifying books of Old Testament and New

Testament

*Recognize and implement virtues as presented in the Virtue Based Restorative

Discipline program

*Demonstrate an understanding in the Catholic Social Teachings by participating in

the Faith in Action activities with emphasis on babies, children and adolescents.

Sixth Grade Religion Curriculum Content Strands:

Church

Church History

Doctrine

Gospel Values

Jesus

Mary

Morality

Prayer and Liturgy

Religious Practices

Religious Symbols


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Sacraments

Saints

Scripture

Service

Stewardship

Trinity

VBRD

Learning Goals: *Describe images of the Church

*Use the Prophets to discuss the Israelites need for fidelity and hope

*Recognize that God revealed his name through the burning bush: YHWH

*Interpret different rituals in the Sabbath and Passover by participating in a Seder

Meal

*Compare and contrast Creeds-Nicene and Apostles

*Explain the Paschal Mystery-Crucifixion, Resurrection, Ascension

*Memorize the Hail, Holy Queen

*Illustrate and describe the symbols used for the Gospel writers: ox, winged man,

lion, eagle

*Identify Women of Faith in the Bible and gain an understanding of how they

prepared the way for Mary

*Identify and discuss the parts of the Mass-Liturgy of the Word/Liturgy of the

Eucharist

*Explain Sacramentals-church, altar, chalice and Sacramental Signs-immersing,

anointing, laying of hands and breaking of bread

*Compare/Contrast the Sacraments of Baptism/Confirmation/Anointing of the

Sick/Sacraments of Service-Holy Orders and Matrimony

*Research people of faith: Maximillian Kolbe, Oscar Romero, Frances Cabrini,

Dorothy Day

*Identify the Mystery of Mysteries, the Holy Spirit, the Pentecost and the Temple of

the Holy Spirit

*Discuss our call to be Holy through the Works of Mercy and Spiritual Works


the Faith in Action program and activities to support our vulnerable group the

homeless.

*Recognize and implement virtues as presented in the Virtue Based Restorative

Discipline program


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Seventh Grade Religion

Content Strands Church

Church History

Doctrine

Gospel values

Jesus

Mary

Morality

Prayer and Liturgy

Religious Practices

Religious Symbols

Sacraments

Saints

Scripture

Service

Stewardship

Trinity

VBRD

Learning Goals: Distinguish between Vatican II and pre-Vatican II components.

Relate the Paschal Mystery to everyday life events and create parables with

everyday objects.

Understand Catholic Social Teaching as it relates to the poor and disabled.

Develop a personal relationship with Jesus through daily prayer journal.

Differentiate Jesus’ public ministry in the Four Gospels.

Distinguish among the types of sin, virtues, and grace, and between conscience and

natural law.

Practice using discernment in a problem-solution story.

Understand our sexuality as adolescents

Create a personal creed and memorize the Nicene Creed.

Practice the Memorare and daily vocal prayer and memorize the Prayer of St.

Francis.

Analyze Benediction, Stations of the Cross and Eucharistic Adoration.

Differentiate Jesus’ public ministry in the four Gospels and contrast the evangelists’

symbols and elements of each gospel.

Understand the Church’s concept of the Body of Christ and Jesus as the New Moses.


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Research and distinguish among various seasonal saints including Blessed Mother

Teresa, St. Paul and the four evangelists.

Analyze the inspiration and development of Sacred Scripture especially the New

Testament letters and Book of Revelation.

Analyze stewardship to the poor, especially the missions, by understanding,

explaining, and practicing the mission rosary.

Gain an understanding of the Catholic Social Teachings by participating in the Faith

in Action program. Seventh grade emphasis is on persons with disabilities. Write an

essay about someone with a disability.

Recognize and implement virtues as presented in the Virtue-based Restorative

Discipline program.

Eighth Grade Religion

Content Strands Church

Church History

Doctrine

Gospel values

Jesus

Mary

Morality

Prayer and Liturgy

Religious Practices

Religious Symbols

Sacraments

Saints

Scripture

Service

Stewardship

Trinity

VBRD

Learning Goals

Identify the Catholic Church’s dogma of faith.

Distinguish between particular and final judgment

Explain sacred tradition and the Marks of the Church.


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Understand the role of the Magisterium, the Pope, papal infallibility, and apostolic

succession.

Practice apologetics in a written dialogue.

Illustrate the titles and symbols for Jesus and elaborate on the nature of Jesus and

Jesus as the new Adam and our Savior

Distinguish Jesus’ role within the Transfiguration, Resurrection, Pentecost, and the

Ascension.

Write a first person account of Transfiguration.

Understand the Immaculate Conception and explore the Church’s beliefs about Mary

as the New Eve.

Memorize the Memorare.

Distinguish among the elements of the Liturgy of the Word.

Distinguish between Benediction and Eucharistic adoration

Understand devotions and sacred images and participate in various types of prayer

including the seasonal saints.

Gain an understanding of the Initiation sacraments and their history concluding

with researching and writing a report on a chosen saint and receiving the sacrament

of Confirmation.

Understand the Communion of Saints especially the person of St. Augustine and St.

Paul.

Analyze Jesus as Emmanuel and the Suffering Servant.

Further investigate the themes in the Gospel of John.

Analyze stewardship as God’s plan in the Creation stories.

Explain the charisms, attributes, gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit.

Gain and understanding of the Catholic Social Teachings by participating in the Faith

in Action program. Eighth grade emphasis is on justice and education and preparing

for a life of service.

Recognize and implement virtues as presented in the VBRD program.


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Language Arts Curriculum Vision:

The purpose and goal of the Language Arts curriculum at St. Peter

Catholic School is to educate our students to be excellent writers and

comprehensive readers who have mastery of the English written and

spoken word. We are preparing our students to be able to read far beyond

grade level for meaning and inference. We are preparing our students to

be able to write in a variety of genres with depth, insight and analysis at

all grade levels. We are also preparing our students to have mastery of

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Kindergarten Language Arts Curriculum

CONTENT STRANDS:

Capitalization and Punctuation

Parts of Speech

Consonants and Vowels

Sound Patterns (Phonemic Awareness)

Planning Research

Research and Reference Skills

Word Patterns

Sentence Structure

Writing Process

LEARNING GOALS:

Capitalize letters in names and the first word of a sentence

Experiment with punctuation

Understand frequently used prepositions (directional words)

Identify and classify pictures and words that are nouns

Develop and apply effective listening skills and strategies during lessons

Demonstrate appropriate listening behaviors

Identify lowercase letters and uppercase letters

Produce sounds of letters

Recognize rhyming words and pictures

Isolate and pronounce initial, medial, and final sounds in cvc words.

Develop spelling knowledge phonetically

Write a complete sentence

Follow a writing process with assistance

Write legibly

Engage in appropriate writing behaviors


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Kindergarten Reading Curriculum

CONTENT STRANDS:

Sight Word Types

Basic Reading Skills

Comprehension Skills

Oral Presentation Skills

Literary Genres

LEARNING GOALS:

Use correct oral grammar

Compose new words by adding and substituting individual sounds

Read grade level sight words fluently

Apply decoding strategies to solve unknown words

Read grade level text fluently

Make real life connections as a strategy to comprehend

Use retelling as a strategy to comprehend

Make predictions as a strategy to comprehend

Differentiate between fiction and nonfiction

Recognize fictional genre forms

Perform and practice oral presentation skills in front of students, parents, and other

audiences

First Grade Language Arts Curriculum

CONTENT STRANDS:

Language Conventions: Capitalization and Punctuation

Language Conventions: Grammatical Structures

Language Conventions: Parts of Speech

Listening and Speaking

Writing: Sentence Structure

Writing: Essay types

Writing: Writing Process


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LEARNING GOALS:

Write sentences with correct capitalization and punctuation

Identify nouns and verbs in sentences

Follow oral and written directions

Recognize and apply vowel patterns

Apply phonetic skills in written work

Apply weekly spelling words in written work

Write a complete sentence with a naming and action part

Write in the narrative form

Write using letter form

Produce written text using a four step process

First Grade Reading Curriculum

CONTENT STRANDS:

Sight Word Types



Literary Genres


LEARNING GOALS:

Identify the author and illustrator of a story

Identify a story as fiction or nonfiction

Read fluently and in an expressive manor

Identify and read words with short or long vowels

Identify and read words with consonant blends

Recognize and apply grade level high frequency words

Use a variety of decoding skills when encountering unfamiliar words

Read with attention to punctuation, expression, intonation, and rate

Retell and analyze a story using a variety of methods


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Second Grade Language Arts Curriculum

CONTENT STRANDS

Language Conventions: Capitalization & Punctuation


Phonics: Consonants and Vowels

Writing: Word Patterns


Writing: Essay Types


LEARNING GOALS

Write statement, exclamation, and question sentences.

Identify nouns, verbs, and adjectives in a sentence.

Apply weekly spelling words in their written work.

Apply phonetic skills in written work.

Write a complete sentence with a subject and predicate.

Write in the narrative form.

Write a letter using letter form.

Write a story with a beginning, middle, and end.

Produce written text by using the writing process.

Second Grade Reading Curriculum:

CONTENT STRANDS

Sight Word Types


Comprehensions Skills

Literary Genres


LEARNING GOALS

Recognize and apply grade level high frequency words.

Use a variety of decoding skills when encountering unfamiliar words.

Identify and read words with short and long vowel blends.

Apply in writing and read words with consonant blends and consonant digraphs.

Read with attention to punctuation, expression, intonation, and rate.

Recognize facts and opinions in a story.

Identify cause and effect in a story.

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Identify author’s purpose.

Identify a story as fiction, nonfiction, or biography.

Read a selection fluently and in an expressive manner.

Third Grade Language Arts Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS: Parts of speech—nouns, verbs, pronouns, adverbs, adjectives

Writing—creative and formal

Quotation marks

Book reports

Sentence dictation

Spelling tests

Proofreading skills

Capitalization skills

Presentation skills

LEARNING GOALS: Write and identify the weekly spelling words correctly in dictated sentences as part of

the spelling tests

Introduce and apply the spelling target skills and rules to help master spelling lists

Apply spelling rules to writings

Apply the 6 +1 writing process to various types of writings, including creative and

expository writings

Correctly use writing formats for assignments (letter writing, paragraph writing, poetry

forms)

Use mechanical skills in writing including capitalization, punctuation, and complete

sentences.

Master Zaner-Bloser handwriting skills through daily practice with emphasis on both

lowercase and uppercase letters for daily use by third and fourth quarter

Identify parts of speech in sentences and correctly use in writings through dailypractice

and assignments

Apply creatively main idea and details to book reports with focuses on genres (fiction,

biography, mystery, and fantasy) with both writing and visual components

Present book reports and writings to the class with emphasis on volume, eye contact,

and overall retelling of key point of the report.


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Third Grade Reading Goals CONTENT STRANDS:

Vocabulary Word Analysis/Decoding Comprehension Genres

LEARNING GOALS: Recognize and understand the meaning of weekly reading vocabulary terms in various

context Apply vocabulary skills including antonyms, synonyms, homophones, multiple meaning

words, and semantic mapping to various reading activities Use phonics skills to decode unfamiliar words while reading Identify short and long vowels, consonants and consonant clusters, possessives, and

prefixes and suffixes Read material and demonstrate literal and interpretive comprehension Use comprehension strategies (main idea, supporting details, sequencing, drawing

conclusions, cause and effect, infer, and text and graphic features) to understand the text

Create various forms of comprehension charts to support the text (cause and effect T-chart, main idea and detail flow chart, text and graphic feature chart)

Identify different literary forms and what attributes are unique to the various forms (fiction, biography, autobiography, fantasy, folktale, informational text)

Read books for enjoyment as well as information

Fourth Grade Language Arts Curriculum

Content Strands: Language Conventions: Capitalization and Punctuation

Language Conventions: Grammatical Structures


Writing: Paragraph Structure




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Learning Goals:

Use commas correctly in writing

Classify the different parts of speech

Demonstrate correct use of common, proper, singular, plural, and possessive

nouns, verb tenses, comparative adjectives, and abbreviations

Capitalize the names of historical events and documents

Distinguish complete sentences and fragments

Use complete sentences in writing and speaking

Identify and use complete subjects and predicates

Create the four kinds of sentences

Identify and use simple and compound sentences

Use a topic sentence and supporting details when writing a paragraph

Write descriptive, narrative, and persuasive paragraphs, and a five-paragraph

essay

Employ the writing process from prewriting to final draft

Fourth Grade Reading Curriculum: Content Strands:



Critical Reading Skills

Research and Reference Skills

Vocabulary: Word Patterns

Learning Goals:

Demonstrate correct use of Target Vocabulary words

Use vocabulary skills including synonyms, antonyms, homophones, compound words,

multiple meaning words

Explain the author’s purpose for writing

Describe cause-effect relationships

Compare and contrast story elements within and across texts

Identify and summarize main ideas and details in text

List the sequence of events in text

Analyze plot events

Infer cause-effect relationships in the text

Draw conclusions and make generalizations based on text details and background

knowledge

Analyze facts and opinions and explain how to verify a fact

Use affixes and roots and affixes to determine word meaning

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Use context and base words to determine the meanings of unfamiliar words and multiple-

meaning words

Demonstrate understanding of story elements of novels through creative book projects

Fifth Grade Language Arts Curriculum: CONTENT STRANDS:

Capitalization and Punctuation Grammatical Structures Parts of Speech Sound Patterns Word Patterns Sentence Structure Paragraph Structure Essay Types Writing Process Creative Writing

LEARNING GOALS:

Recognize correct grammar in writing Use proper punctuation in quotations Demonstrate proper use of parts of speech Practice declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory sentences Write in complete sentences in formal writing Demonstrate past tense of irregular verbs Identify active and passive voice. Write the plural forms of nouns Maintain the same verb tense within a composition. Combine sentences to create compound direct objects Use conjunctions to form complex sentences Identify a cause and effect paragraph, persuasive paragraph (including reasons,

facts and examples), a personal narrative paragraph, and an opinion paragraph. Create writing samples, such as fictional narratives, responses to literature,

persuasive essays, friendly letters, summaries, personal narratives, and journals


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Fifth Grade Reading Goals

CONTENT STRANDS: Literary Analysis Skills Literary Genres Oral Presentation Skills Comprehension Skills Critical Reading Skills

LEARNING GOALS: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of vocabulary words Use books and other media for research Relate personal experiences to text Evaluate the author’s viewpoint Analyze sequential structure of a story Evaluate how an author uses facts to support opinions Organize story elements in a story map. Infer unstated events Make predictions and generalizations Support conclusions with text evidence. Summarize the main ideas and supporting details in informational text. Use text details and background knowledge to infer a story’s theme

Sixth Grade Language Arts Curriculum: CONTENT STRANDS: Language Conventions: Capitalization and Punctuation Language Conventions: Grammatical Structures Language Conventions: Parts of Speech Writing: Paragraph Structure Writing: The Writing Process Writing: Essays and Poetry


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LEARNING GOALS:

Employ and evaluate proofreading skills Categorize and differentiate nouns, pronouns, verbs, adverbs, adjectives, prepositions, and conjunctions. Generate poetry with stanzas, various verse types, and formulated patterns. Construct and revise sentence structure using various forms of written expression. Paragraphs and essays are produce with topic sentences, supporting details, and concluding statements and are written in logical, detailed formats. The Writing Process is utilized in conjunction with technology Create multi-paragraph descriptive essays, an expository essay, a compare/contrast essay, a personal narrative, and poetry Journals are used to formulate short stories, poetry, persuasive arguments, humorous excerpts, express personal reflections, and self-expression Varied word choices are emphasized with writing process

Sixth Grade Literature Curriculum CONTENT STRANDS: Comprehension Skills Critical Reading Skills Vocabulary LEARNING GOALS: Novels, plays, short stories, and poetry are read and interpreted Plot (rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution), conflict, setting, major and

minor characters (antagonists & protagonists), foreshadowing, point of view, and theme is differentiated and applied to creative writing

Oral speaking skills are strengthened through presentations, skits, and projects Comprehension skills are used to draw inferences, make predictions, create

conclusions, identify an author’s purpose, summarize the main idea, compare and contrast opinions, analyze critical thinking questions

Develope listening skills to follow directions, produce detailed notes Comprehend auditory novels Vocabulary is expanded through book derived lessons, deciphering context clues,

understanding multiple grammatical uses, and applying synonyms and antonyms to written expression

Construct literary responses State facts and opinions with supporting details

7th Grade Language Arts:


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CONTENT STRANDS

Capitalization and Punctuation

Grammatical Structures

Parts of Speech

Research and Reference skills


Writing; Paragraph Structure



Writing: Creative

Learning Goal:

Clarify and enhance meaning through the correct use of capitalization and

punctuation

Correctly employ capitalization and punctuation rules in writing

Demonstrate an understanding of the function of each of the 8 parts of speech

Analyze and Evaluate reference sources as relevant and reliable

Examine paragraph style in terms of sentence variety, diction, and tone

Distinguish appropriate purpose when writing different types of essays

Produce cohesive and coherent written texts by organizing ideas, using effective

transitions and precise wording

7th Grade Literature:

CONTENT STRANDS

Literary Analysis Skills

Literary Devices

Literary Genres

Vocabulary


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LEARNING GOALS

Use critical thinking skills to analyze text structure

Support analysis of literary work with text evidence

Evaluate communication by using a knowledge of language structure and literary

techniques

Evaluate and respond to a variety of literary genres Determine the meaning of new vocabulary using context, structural analysis, or

resource materials

Eighth Grade Language Arts:

CONTENT STRANDS:

Grammatical structures

Oral presentation skills

Parts of speech

Writing skills

Writing skills: essay types

LEARNING GOALS:

Interpret sentences by means of model diagramming

Create and present presentations, such as Power Point

Identify verbals and interpret their usage in sentences

Formulate strategies for writing exposition

Identify plagiarism

Participate in research towards the end of writing a research paper

Write two 5-7 page comprehensive research papers

Distinguish between works cited and bibliography

Eighth Grade Literature

CONTENT STRANDS Literary Analysis Skills

Literary Devices

Literary Genres

Vocabulary


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LEARNING GOALS

Use both oral and written communication strategies to express individual perspectives

on literature they have read

Incorporate critical thinking skills to analyze literary text structures

Evaluate and respond to various literary genres

Define new vocabulary by using context clues, structural analysis, and resource

materials


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Technology Curriculum Vision

The purpose and goal of the Technology curriculum at St. Peter

Catholic School is to enable our students to develop a broad

understanding, knowledge and use of a range of technology applications.

This includes the use of personal computers (in the lab classroom and the

regular classrooms), tablets with educational applications, Smart board

interactive learning activities and several other pieces of equipment. This

wide range of equipment is used to learn numerous applications writing,

communications and research.

A primary goal of the Technology Curriculum is to develop our

students into thoughtful and ethical users of the internet and

technological equipment. We teach our students how to use these

resources as learning and communication tools that should be used to

promote knowledge, truth and positive communication.


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TECHNOLOGY CURRICULUM CONTENT STRANDS:

Communication Devices Computer Operations Ethical Use of Technology Hardware Components Internet Use skills Drawing and Paint Multimedia Applications Publishing software Spreadsheets Word Processing Using Computers to Learn School Subjects Keyboarding Animation Programming Research

LEARNING GOALS FOR KINDERGARTEN:

Identify the mouse and keyboard. Properly use a mouse including left/right clicking, double clicking and drag/drop.

Use an Internet Browser and links to navigate to web pages. Demonstrate how to use the HOME button. Use a drawing program to create a simple picture. Use MS Word to create a new document, type information, save to a file, and print. Use the Internet to do research a topic Identify the keys on the keyboard. Use the Enter key, Backspace key, and upper and lower case function.

LEARNING GOALS FOR FIRST GRADE:

Record a simple narration to a presentation Demonstrate the use of multiple programs simultaneously and navigating between

programs. Demonstrate all mouse and touch pad skills Use Internet navigation skills Create and modify drawing s to create desired results Create a short, simple Power point. Demonstrate how to change color, font size and alignment of text. Demonstrate how to add clip art to a project. Try using the home row keys and use two hands to type letters Demonstrate initial animation skills


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LEARNING GOALS FOR SECOND GRADE:

Demonstrate beginning creation of posters and cartoon animation Use multiple programs efficiently Discuss concepts of safe computing practices Demonstrate mastery of internet navigation Create animations and transitions in presentation Demonstrate how to copy and paste from various documents creating text boxes

and formatting. Use basic two handed typing skills

LEARNING GOALS FOR THIRD GRADE:

Demonstrate master of the use of multiple programs simultaneously Discuss and demonstrate understanding of safe computing practices Demonstrate basic skills of Photo Shop/photo editing Create well designed presentations Demonstrate basic presentation skills Create holiday cards with Publishing software Demonstrate mastery of word processing skills Use the internet to research and write a paper Use two handed typing to type at 5-10 wpm with 2 errors

LEARNING GOALS FOR FOURTH GRADE

Create story telling presentations Create movies with moving-making software Demonstrate increased understanding of Internet safety Demonstrate changing backgrounds and color matching in Photoshop Demonstrate mastery of presentation software applications (Power point) Give presentations demonstrating mastery of presentation skills Create a variety of publications with MS Publishers Use Excel to create simple spreadsheets (MS Excel) Use two handed typing to type at 10-20 wpm with 0-2 errors

LEARNING GOALS FOR 5TH GRADE:

Create tutorials from various software Discuss understanding of Internet safety Identify quality websites for school research Demonstrate use of formulas in cells and create graphs using data Use two handed typing to type at 20+ wpm with 0-2 errors


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LEARNING GOALS FOR SIXTH GRADE:

Identify all parts of a computer Demonstrate an understanding of the internal components of a personal computer. Demonstrate mastery of the use of spreadsheets – integrating the use of information

in multiple other programs. Use two handed typing to type at 20+ wpm with 0-1 errors Demonstrate fundamental programming skills.

LEARNING GOALS FOR SEVENTH GRADE:

Create a simple movie using movie-maker software programs Demonstrate a clear understanding of plagiarism and copyright rules Use two handed typing to type at 25+ wpm with 0-1 errors Create simple programs

LEARNING GOALS FOR EIGHTH GRADE:

Demonstrate mastery of the movie making process Create, edit and present a movie with movie-making software Write music with can be played on a guitar Demonstrate mastery of the skills needed to research a topic with all the programs

previously learned. Use two handed typing to type at 30+ wpm with 0-1 errors Create advanced programs


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Music Curriculum Vision

The purpose and goal of the Music Curriculum at St. Peter Catholic

School is to educate and form our students in a comprehensive

appreciation, understanding and practice of music. Our students study a

wide variety of music and instruments. In addition to learning how to

read music and sing well they develop the knowledge and use of several

instruments.

In the Music classroom our students study hand bells, orf

instruments, perussion, recorder and guitar. In addition to our classroom

music program student may choose to participate in the school choir or

choose between Beginning Band, Concert Band and Jazz Ensemble.


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CURRICULUM CONTENT STRANDS FOR ALL GRADE LEVELS IN MUSIC:

Vocal Music Instrumental Music Elements of Music Artistic Perception Interdisciplinary Connections Historical and Cultural

MUSIC LEARNING GOALS

LEARNING GOALS FOR KINDERGARTEN:

Identify and use singing voice, speaking voice, whisper voice and calling voice

Keep a steady beat for counts of 8 using body percussion and classroom instruments

Echo simple rhythm patterns using body percussion and classroom instruments

Sing a variety of songs including folk, patriotic, spirituals, liturgical and seasonal

songs

Perform songs with meaningful movement and sign language

Identify and perform music that is fast and slow

Identify and perform music that is loud and soft

Identify sounds that are at a high pitch and sounds that are at a low pitch

Follow cues of leader indicating fast, slow, loud, soft, start and stop

LEARNING GOALS FOR FIRST GRADE

Sing a variety of repertoire with good posture, support and diction

Perform steady beat in 4/4 meter in a round

Echo rhythm patterns of up to four different body percussion sounds

Sing by following the Kodaly hand signals for Do, Re, Mi, etc.

Identify the form of music as ABA, verse/refrain, call and response.

Demonstrate appropriate listening behavior for various types of performances

Read and perform rhythm patterns as icons representing quarter note, quarter rest,

and eighth note pairs.

Create harmony by singing melodies with ostinato accompaniment and by simple 2-

part rounds


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LEARNING GOALS FOR SECOND GRADE

Sing a variety of repertoire using expression, posture, support, diction

Perform steady beat in ¾ meter, 5/4 meter, 6/8 meter in a round

Perform ostinato accompaniments on pitched percussion instruments

Perform simple rhythm accompaniments on pitched and non-pitched percussion

instruments

Read and perform rhythmic notation for quarter note, quarter rest, eighth note

pairs, half note

Create harmony by singing 2, 3 and 4 part rounds

Create harmony by singing partner songs

Identify the staff, line notes, and space notes

Perform simple folk dances that demonstrate the form of a song or composition

LEARNING GOALS FOR THIRD GRADE

Perform a variety of vocal music using expression, dynamics, posture, breath

support, diction, articulation (grades 3-8).

Create vocal harmony by singing partner songs, 2 and 3 part songs, and 2-4 part

rounds

Read music notation to perform accompaniments on classroom instruments

Improvise rhythmic patterns over 8 counts using classroom percussion instruments

Improvise melodies using the pentatonic scale

Follow music score markings including repeat sign, DC, DC al Coda, Coda, DS, first

and second endings.

Visually and aurally identify families of the orchestra (string, woodwind, brass and

percussion)

LEARNING GOALS FOR FOURTH GRADE –

Participation in the Carnegie Weil Institute Program – LinkUp!

Identify the lines and spaces on the treble staff – A,B,C,D,E,F,G

Identify meter (time signature)

Perform on the recorder with correct fingering, posture, breath and articulation the

notes F#, G, A, B, C, D

Perform on the recorder with accurate rhythm eighth notes and rests, quarter notes

and rests, half notes and rests, whole notes and rests.


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Perform as an ensemble, listening to each other and following the cues of the

conductor

Demonstrate appropriate listening behavior for symphony performance

Visually and aurally identify the individual instruments of the orchestra (i.e.

Trombone, Cello, flute, timpani…)

LEARNING GOALS FOR FIFTH GRADE – RECORDER KARATE –

Perform on the soprano recorder with correct fingering, posture, breath and

articulation the notes Low C, Low D, Low E, F, F#, G, A, B, C, C#, D, E, High G

Perform on the soprano recorder using accurate rhythms including eighth notes and

rests, quarter notes and rests, half notes and rests, dotted half notes and whole

notes and rests.

Perform a recorder melody in a round

Improvise melodies on the recorder

Create an original recorder composition using accurate music notation

LEARNING GOALS FOR SIXTH GRADE – HAND BELLS

Perform hand bells using proper posture and technique

Perform hand bells by reading pitches on the Grand Staff (Bass and Treble Clef)

from G4 (low) to G6 (high)

Perform hand bells by reading and playing with accurate rhythm

Perform as an ensemble following the cues of the conductor during school liturgies

Listen to music and express ideas and emotions through creative writing [St. Louis

Symphony Express the Music Program]

LEARNING GOALS FOR SEVENTH GRADE

Survey of Western European Music from Gregorian Chant through 20th century

Identify the parts of the guitar

Play melodies on the guitar with good posture and with accuracy of pitch and

rhythm, using the notes in first fret position, on the first, second and third string

Play with rhythmic accuracy simple chords, C, G and G7




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LEARNING GOALS FOR EIGHTH GRADE

Survey of 20th Century American Popular Music including Ragtime, Jazz, Blues,

Swing, Rock & Roll, Soul, Motown, Disco, Rap

Research, create, write a script and perform a radio show featuring a news report,

commercial with an original jingle, and an informative interview with a popular

musician from the 50s, 60s or 70s.

Play melodies on the guitar with good posture and with accuracy of pitch and

rhythm, using the notes in first fret position, on all strings

Play with rhythmic accuracy simple chords, C, G, G7, D, D7

Using correct music notation, compose an original song for guitar; publish the song

using Finale Notebook software in computer class; and perform the song on the

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Physical Education and Wellness Curriculum Vision

The purpose and goal of the Physical Education Curriculum at St. Peter

Catholic School is to enable our students to develop movement skills and

activities that will help them stay healthy throughout life.

To educate the students that being physically active will improve their

overall wellbeing.

To help students develop the skill of good, Christian sportsmanship as

well as how to be a supportive and caring teammate.

Physical Education Strands for Kindergarten-Eighth Grade

Fundamental Movement Skills and Games

Manipulative Skills

Team Games and Team Sports

Responsible Personal and Social Behavior

LEARNING GOALS FOR KINDERGARTEN

Identify major parts (e.g., head, neck, arm, elbow, wrist, etc)

Demonstrate the ability to be cooperative and share with others

Show the safe use of general and personal space

Display the correct form of three locomotor skills walking, jogging, running

Demonstrate manipulative skills in a stationary position(e.g., toss, throw, catch)

Demonstrate cooperation with partners or small groups to accomplish a game objective

Introduce jumping rope with the help of fourth grade students

LEARNING GOALS FOR FIRST GRADE

Demonstrate all locomotor skills(jump, hop, gallop, slide, skip, giant steps)

Display locomotor skills using patterns, levels, and directions

Use motor skills and knowledge of rules while participating in low organized games

Demonstrate rhythmic activity of jumping rope/jumping in while rope is turning


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Use a variety of manipulative skills while stationary and moving

LEARNING GOALS FOR SECOND GRADE

Demonstrate individually and with a partner manipulative skills in a stationary position and

while moving (e.g., throwing, catching, kicking)

Demonstrate static and dynamic balance

Demonstrate motor skills and knowledge of rules while participating in low organized games

Demonstrate proper techniques for a variety of fundamental skills

Show appropriate sensitivity to diversity and gender issues

LEARNING GOALS FOR THIRD GRADE

Demonstrate respect for all students regardless of individual differences in skills and abilities

Recognize appropriate warm-up, cool down and flexibility activities and the importance of each

to prevent injury

Demonstrate critical elements for manipulative skills(e.g., step forward opposite foot, arm

position, step and follow through

Apply fundamental and specialized skills in lead-up games

Identify appropriate cooperative, social, and teamwork skills while participating in game

situations

Demonstrate proper techniques for a variety of fundamental skills while practicing with a

partner(e.g., realize there was too much force when a ball is overthrown)

Employ knowledge of a variety of sport specific lead-up games

LEARNING GOALS FOR FOURTH GRADE

Apply rules and procedures to activities

Demonstrate locomotor, non-locomotor, and manipulative skill combinations during skill

drills(e.g., throw to a partner while he/she runs to catch, dribble and pass a ball to moving

receiver, catch thrown objects)

Apply fundamental and specialized skills in game situations

Employ the law of opposition stepping with the opposite foot of your striking or throwing side

LEARNING GOALS FOR FIFTH GRADE

Differentiate between appropriate and inappropriate behaviors (e.g., sportsmanship,

cooperation, and diversity)

Demonstrate sport-specific manipulative skills in games and modified sports activities

Apply fundamental skills in game situations with greater proficiency

Demonstrate ability to follow rules, cooperate with teammates and apply simple strategy in a

variety of sport specific lead-up games


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LEARNING GOALS FOR SIXTH GRADE

Demonstrate safety and etiquette in a physical activity setting

Apply terminology for team sports including flag football, team handball, volleyball, soccer,

basketball, floor hockey, ultimate frisbee

Display basic skills competence for team sports

LEARNING GOALS FOR SEVENTH GRADE

Employ appropriate conflict resolution skills in a physical activity setting (e.g., self-control,

respect, peer influence)

Apply terminology, scoring, etiquette, for team sports including flag football, team handball,

volleyball, soccer, basketball, floor hockey, ultimate frisbee

Demonstrate basic offensive and defensive strategies in game situations

LEARNING GOALS FOR EIGHTH GRADE

Demonstrate an increased level of competence in skill techniques, scoring, and safety practices

in team sports- flag football, team handball, soccer, volleyball, basketball, floor hockey, ultimate

frisbee

Display good sportsmanship on and off the playing field

Recognize the importance of physical activity every day

Demonstrate the ability to play with their peers in a Christian manner


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Art Education Curriculum Vision

The purpose and goal of the art curriculum at St. Peter Catholic School is

to develop in students the ability to describe, interpret, evaluate and

respond to works of visual art.

The students will demonstrate proficiency in their understanding, use and

evaluation of the elements and principles of art and design. The students

will utilize the vocabulary related to the visual arts when discussing their

own work and that of others. Skills with various media and techniques will

be developed as well as knowledge of the visual arts in a

historical/cultural context.


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Art Content Strands for Kindergarten through Eighth Grade

Media Techniques Processes Principles Elements of Art Artistic Perceptions Interdisciplinary Connections

Historical and Cultural Connections

LEARNING GOALS FOR KINDERGARTEN STRANDS:

Observe and discuss how artwork can tell a story Identify and use a variety of lines Identify and use geometric shapes in artwork Identify and use primary and secondary colors in artwork Use repetition of a line, color or shape to create a pattern Recognize and use the elements of drawing(dot, circle, straight line, curved line and

angle line) Combine simple shape to create the whole. Apply proper technique in the use of tempera, watercolor, scissors and glue. Demonstrate the simple printmaking process of stamping a shape. Categorize shapes as small, medium and large.

LEARNING GOALS FOR FIRST GRADE:

Apply various media to produce drawings.

Demonstrate use of details in drawing. Create a paper weaving using a plain weave. Use a variety of materials and media to create a collage’ Observe self and draw self-portrait. Identify and use organic shapes in artwork. Demonstrate the correct order of colors on the color wheel. Correctly mix two primary colors and white paint to produce a variety of secondary

colors. Observe and demonstrate the concept of middle or center. Demonstrate an alternating pattern(abab) Recognize and use implied texture. Identify the subject or theme of an artwork Identify and discuss the following in artworks; Lines, shapes, colors and patterns. Illustrate a musical composition by the creation of a visual work of art.


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Use the study of famous artwork as a guide for the creation of individual student projects.

LEARNING GOALS FOR SECOND GRADE:

Demonstrate the appropriate use of selected media.

Illustrate shape, line, and size contrast.

Manipulate paper to create a low relief.

Identify and use vertical, horizontal, and diagonal lines.

Identify and use warm, cool and complementary color schemes.

Use overlapping, diminishing size and the use of a horizon line to show perspective.

Identify and use background, middleground and foreground to show perspective.

Identify the type of artwork; portrait, landscape or still-life.

Discuss the following when viewing an artwork; horizon line, perspective, color contrast,

pattern and theme.

Recognize and discuss the work of a specific artist using the vocabulary of art.

Examine the connections between a work of art and a work of music.

Create work that reflects and utilizes knowledge that has been introduced in the science

curriculum.

LEARNING GOALS FOR THIRD GRADE:

Observe and apply detail to work.

Manipulate, combine and build materials to create a 3-D project.

Demonstrate the printmaking process in the creation of a monoprint.

Produce a fiber weaving using a simple loom.

Identify and create a complex pattern.

Cut a symmetrical shape from a folded piece of paper.

Identify and use negative and positive space.

Use the concept of a center line to create a symmetrical design.

Compare and contrast realist and abstract art.

View, discuss, and apply the elements of architecture in an artwork

View and discuss famous artist’s styles and utilize for individual student expression.

View, discuss and reflect Native American art in the creation of project.

LEARNING GOALS FOR FOURTH GRADE:

Apply paint in even strokes to create a watercolor painting.

Mix a variety of hues to create new colors.

Demonstrate an additive process in printmaking.

Apply a variety of paper folding techniques.

Create an abstract figure using distortion, overlapping and geometric shapes.

Identify and use symmetrical balance.

Create using contrast of color.

Identify and use positive and negative space.


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Compare and contrast two artworks utilizing a vocabulary of the elements and principles

of art.

Recognize the characteristics of works of art from a variety of cultural contexts.

Use artwork from various cultures as inspiration for personal expression.

Examine the connection between the visual arts and creative writing, specifically poetry.

LEARNING GOALS FOR FIFTH GRADE:

Identify and use contour lines to draw a still-life.

Observe and demonstrate contour line drawing of a figure.

Use a variety of watercolor techniques to produce a landscape.

Demonstrate the subtractive printmaking process.

Use a string loom to create a figure weaving.

Identify and use radial balance.

Create non-objective art using a realist object as inspiration for the design.

Create a 3-D tunnel book that illustrates background, middleground, and foreground.

Compare and contrast abstract and non-objective artwork.

Reflect upon and assess the characteristics of personal artwork

Show knowledge of dates, events and places that relate to the life and work of specific

artists.

Create a musical composition as a response to a specific work of art.

Recognize and examine the connection of social ideas as communicated through

artworks. LEARNING GOALS FOR SIXTH GRADE:

Utilize a variety of media and techniques to create projects that reflect the following

important periods of western art history; Egyptian, Greco, Medieval, the Renaissance,

and Modern Art.

Create a 3-D sculpture using paper mache’.

Identify and use symbolic shapes.

Use gesture line drawing of an artist manikin to portray an action figure.

Plan and use color contrast.

Express individual responses to artwork through interaction and knowledge about

western civilization art history.

Recognize and examine the connection of historical events as communicated through

works of art.

Use artworks from other times and cultures as inspiration for personal expression.

Describe and explore the meaning of specific art objects within various cultures, times,

and places.


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LEARNING GOALS FOR SEVENTH GRADE:

Use media in various ways to create real or simulated texture.

Combine various media to create interesting designs.

Create a sculpture using tube construction.

Observe and use one-point perspective to create illusion of space.

Combine organic and geometric shapes to create designs.

Identify and use the Principles of Design

Create a center of interest using contrast, movement and pattern

Compare and contrast responses to realistic, abstract and non-objective art.

Describe and analyze artworks using the terminology of the Principles of Design (

Balance, Contrast, Emphasis, Movement, Pattern, Rhythm and Unity)

Use religious themes and symbols as inspiration for creation of design.

Compare and contrast two artworks on: Historical period, Place, Subject matter, Theme,

Principles of Design and Cultural Context

LEARNING GOALS FOR EIGHTH GRADE:

Create even, continuous and graduated tones using pencil and oil pastel.

Create a variety of colors, tints, and shades by mixing pigments.

Use the grid method to enlarge a drawing.

Will use oil pastels in shading of an organic and geometric

Identify and use a variety of color schemes; analogous, complementary and

monochromatic.

Observe and use two-point perspective to create illusion of space.

Use a portion of a fine art print to create a non-objective work of art.

Combine and use one-point perspective and photos to create a surrealistic project.

Interpret the subject and theme of artwork, supporting them with the artists use of

elements and principles.

Create a wall mural using geometic shapes and color.

Use a religious symbol or icon in creation of a class artwork.

Compare and contrast two artworks on: characteristics, ideas and beliefs of culture and

function of art in society.

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