Academics - Seventh Grade

Language Arts

• Vocabulary: spelling, parts of speech, definitions
• Grammar: All parts of speech, explore all forms of writing
• Reading: Hoot, To Kill a Mockingbird, The Watsons Go to Birmingham 1963, The Golden Compass, A Christmas Carol, White Fang, Literal and Figurative Meaning, Reading Portfolio
• Writing: Personal Narratives, Creative, Persuasive, Research, and Descriptive Writing pieces, Writing process, Writing Portfolio

Mathematics

• 7th Grade Accelerated Pre-Algebra
• 8th Grade Archdiocesan Algebra Program
• Ability Grouping means small classes with individual attention - low student to teacher ratio
• Classroom set of TI 83 Calculators
• Smart View software program
• Hands-on use of Algebra tiles
• High School preparatory program
• Content skills include operations with numbers, geometry, measurement, algebra, data analysis and probability

Religion

• New Testament Study
• Student's relationship with Jesus
• Confirmation Program (every other year with 7th and 8th grade students)
• Bible-related studies
• Active participation in and planning of school masses

Science

Middle School Science Program

World History/Social Studies

• Examine the genesis, development and evolution of civilizations.
• Examine the impact of geography, culture, politics, conflict, religion, human nature and technology on the development of the 'classic' ancient world civilizations; Egypt, Rome and Greece.
• These studies serve as the framework within which students will explore the concepts of economies and economics, the evolution of national identity, wealth distribution, social diversity and the role and types of government and government systems.
• Cause, effect and aftermath of warfare are also examined. Students will be challenged by studies of geographical and geopolitical maps. Students will look at the interplay of these forces within the scope of current political and cultural developments using their knowlegde of the past to provide a perspective for comparison and understanding present day events.

Technology & Computers

• Technology skills include: keyboarding, internet safety, word processing, database, spreadsheet, creation of web pages, using the internet as a research tool, technology decision-making, and use of appropriate electronic tools.
• Integration of content areas including science, language arts, math and social studies
• Internet Safety Program - I-Safe