St. Joseph's offers a rigorous curriculum focused on the whole child's development spiritually, academically, and physically in grades 1-5 laying the foundation for life-long success.
This information pertains to children entering grades 1-5 at different academic levels and with different learning styles. Every effort is made to enhance these learning styles. The curriculum may be modified or enriched to ensure the best possible experience.
Study and organization skills are taught at all levels. Grades 3-6 are given planners to keep them organized. The Six Traits Writing System and IIM (Independent Investigation Method are utilized as a cross curricular system that teaches research skills in all grades. All grade 1-5 students participate in the IIM research project. The students learn to research, write, and make a visual representation of a topic. The students also learn to record their findings and organize facts. The Wordly Wise program helps students build strong vocabulary and spelling skills in grades 4-8.