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Saint Mary Academy offers a well-balanced, challenging academic program designed to provide a strong foundation for secondary school and beyond.
- The Saxon Math program is a rigorous curriculum based on the theory of incremental learning. It combines problem solving and critical thinking with drill and practice.
- St. Mary's has implemented the John Collins Writing Program in all grades. This is a cross-curricular program designed to increase frequency and fluency in writing.
- IIM (Independent Investigation Method) is a cross-curricular system for teaching students in all grades how to do research.
- St. Mary's provides explicit phonics instruction in grades K-3 which provides a solid foundation for more advanced reading skills.
- Study skills are stressed throughout the school with a weekly study skills class in grades 5&6 to assist students with the organization challenges of middle school.
- Open Circle is a social skills curriculum in grades K-4. It is a program intended to foster communication, responsibility, cooperation, respect and assertiveness. These skills are reinforced in grades 5-8 through our guidance and health curricula.
- The Religion curriculum combines direct instruction in Catholic teachings and doctrine with an emphasis on service to others and Christian behavior.
Although traditional in its emphasis on structure and accountability, St. Mary's strives to provide differentiated instruction which meets the needs of all learners. Teachers are engaged in ongoing professional development designed to provide students with a variety of instructional strategies and techniques to match their learning styles.
We have a dress code at Saint Mary Academy that all students in grades K-8 must adhere to. All students wear school uniforms purchased through the uniform company designated by the school. Additional, sneakers are required for phys. ed classes in the gym. |
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