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Academics

STATE OF CALIFORNIA STANDARDS

From Preschool through 8th Grade, our curriculum follows the California Standards which includes:

Language Arts
Mathematics
Religion (Diocese of San Jose Curriculum)
Science (Next Generation Science Standards)
Social Science
Spanish
Art
Physical Education
Music

Co-Curricular Classes

Our curriculum is designed to educate the whole child, enriched by robust programs in the arts, Spanish, social-emotional learning, and physical education.

Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade receive weekly instruction in our dedicated art studio, where they explore a wide range of artistic media. With access to a kiln, students also have the opportunity to work with pottery and glass.

Music instruction is offered from Pre-K through 5th grade and includes rhythm, movement, instruments, singing, and an introduction to reading music.

Physical education is held twice a week for all students from Pre-K through 8th grade. The program begins with foundational movement skills and progresses to team sports, game strategies, and personal fitness goals.

Spanish is taught as a core subject from Kindergarten through 5th grade and is then offered as an elective in the upper grades. The course is flexible to meet students where they are in their Spanish instruction from native speakers to foundational learners.

RESOURCE SPECIALISTS

Our dedicated team is committed to supporting students across all grade levels:

Reading Specialist: Provides tailored assistance in a small group setting to K-3 students to help them master reading skills.
English Language Arts Resource Teachers (2): Offer small group support in reading comprehension, writing, spelling, and vocabulary for students in grades 4-8.
Counselor: Addresses the social-emotional needs of students and families and is located in a private office in the adminstrative wing.
Librarian: Introduces preschool to third-grade students to the world of books and serves as a valuable resource for older students.

Together, our specialists and support staff ensure that every student receives the guidance and resources they need to thrive academically and emotionally.

TECHNOLOGY

Our educational philosophy is that technology supports learning and is to be used when it aides the educational process. Our classrooms are internet enabled and have state of the art technology. Each classroom has a set of iPads and/or laptops for every student. Our internet usage is monitored and limited as needed to ensure appropriate usage.

STUDENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS

Our students and parents are able to communicate, get needed information, access documents, and use learning platforms through a suite of tools in Schoology. These tools create ease for volunteering, registering for events, signing up for sports and viewing academics. The online system creates transparency and efficiency for our community.

CLASSROOMS

Our classrooms are set up for collaborative learning. We have state of the art technology to allow shared project creation when appropriate. Our mobile furniture enables the movement into groups and circles for sharing. Our students are being prepared for a world where information and ideas are fluid and diverse talents create better outcomes. Our classrooms support the belief that together we come to better solutions. Our world-class science lab and living gardens support the Next Generation Science curriculum and enable hands-on learning. The large and bright gymnasium is home to our athletic teams and a place for many community events. We are blessed to be part of Saint Simon Parish and attend Mass in the beautiful church.

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