The goal of our curriculum is to provide a framework for the development of each student within a faith filled community. St. Apollinaris Catholic School students are offered an excellent academic curriculum that is inspired by the Gospel and recognizes the dignity of each member in the community. It is comprehensive and challenging to each student’s individual abilities. The Student Learning Expectations are the basis for the development of curriculum, daily lesson planning and evaluation of student progress.
The course of study includes Religion, reading, language arts, math, social studies, computer/educational technology, science, art, music and physical education. Spanish is offered for fourth through eighth grades. Our Religion curriculum includes Family Life, social and moral development and HIV education.
Schoolwide Learning Expectations
Primary Grades K-4
St. Apollinaris students are:
1. Active Catholic Christians who:
- Talk to God through prayer.
- Treat others as they would like to be treated.
- Know and say the prayers of our Church.
- Study what Jesus taught us.
- Participate in the Mass and receive the Sacraments of the Church.
- Follow the example of Jesus.
- Respect all of God’s creations.
2. Life-Long Learners who:
- Show interest and excitement in learning.
- Use the tools that help them learn.
- Try to learn as much as they can.
- Work independently or cooperatively.
- Appreciate and use art, music, and literature.
3. Effective Communicators who:
- Read, write, and speak well.
- Listen and follow directions.
- Ask thoughtful questions.
- Use books and computers to explore ideas.
- Solve problems with others in kind and thoughtful ways.
4. Active Responsible Citizens who:
- Respect themselves and others.
- See all people as children of God.
- Treat others fairly.
- Take care of the Earth.
- Follow the rules.
- Make the world a better place.
- Try their best at all times.
- Take good care of their body.
Schoolwide Learning Expectations
5th – 8th Grade
Saint Apollinaris students are:
1. Active Catholic Christians who:
- Develop a personal and spiritual relationship with God using formal and spontaneous prayer.
- Serve God, the church and neighbors.
- Participate in the Sacramental life of the Catholic Church.
- Show respect tolerance and compassion for others through words and actions.
- Study and understand the basic foundations and teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Make ethical choices based on Christian values.
2. Life-Long Learners who:
- Are active participants in their own learning.
- Use age appropriate study skills and habits to investigate and make informed decisions.
- Acquire basic, effective skills and knowledge.
- Practice critical thinking and problem solving techniques.
- Are developing an appreciation for music, art and drama.
3. Effective Communicators who:
- Express ideas clearly and effectively in oral, written and artistic forms.
- Listen attentively, openly and respectfully to the ideas of others.
- Utilize technology for research, communication and creative expression.
- Resolve conflicts peacefully and in a timely manner.
4. Responsible Citizens who:
- Appreciate diversity and practice tolerance.
- Are committed to social justice.
- Exhibit concern for community, environment and global issues.
- Are aware of their rights and privileges of United States citizenship.
- Volunteer time and effort for school, parish and community projects.
- Practice self-discipline and exercise good health habits.
- Try their best at all times.
- Take good care of their body.
