Holy Spirit School at 2222 Lake Michigan Dr NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504 US - Curriculum
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Religion:
- Christian education and formation
- New-Creation
- Christian and Family Living
- Project Charlie
- Daily application of our faith
- Sacramental Preparation - grades 2 and 8
- Young 5's through 5th grade use “Everyday Mathematics”
- Grades 6 = Course 1 Mathematics
- Grades 7 & 8 = 2 "tracks" (Track 1: 7th Grade Course 2 Mathematics - 8th Grade Pre-Algebra; Track 2: Grade 7 Pre-Algebra - 8th Grade Algebra)
- State certified instructors
- Problem solving and criticial thinking skills are stressed
- Calculator enhanced instruction
- Accelerated curriculum available (as deemed appropriate)
Language Arts:
- Literature based instruction Young 5's - grade 8
- Phonics instruction Young 5's - grade 3
- Emphasis on Creative Writing
- Daily Oral Language Program
- Literature program grades 7 & 8
- Spelling
- Vocabulary
- Penmanship
Social Studies:
- Community
- Michigan
- United States
- World
- Special Projects: State and Country Fairs
Science:
- Hands-on instruction K through grade 8
- Full Science lab
- Participation in Science Olympiad grades 5 - 8
Computer Science:
- Young 5's through grade 8
- State certified instructors
- Fully equipped, first rate, computer lab
- Internet access capability
- Weekly instruction and application
- Extensive software for all levels
- 6th Grade participates in the Freedom to Learn 1:1 Laptop Program
Spanish:
- Weekly instruction Preschool - grade 8
- Certified instructor
- Study of language, culture, customs and geography
Physical Education:
- Weekly instruction Young 5's - grade 8
- Certified instructor
- 1st rate facilities
Art:
- Weekly instruction Young 5's - grade 8
- Certified instructor
- Skill development
- Art appreciation
Music:
- Weekly vocal instruction Young 5's - grade 8
- Certified instructor
- Skill development with vocals, theory and appreciation
- Band for grades 5 through 8