Second Grade Curriculum

            The Second Grade Curriculum consists of a teacher-directed approach to learning. The Language Arts program includes instruction on consonants, blends, short and long vowels, r-controlled vowels, vowel digraphs, diphthongs, base words with inflected endings, compounds, contractions, prefixes and suffixes, and using high frequency word vocabulary. Students are taught to use context clues, graphic organizers, synonyms and antonyms, use references, and write summaries. The reading series also incorporates compare/contrast, draw conclusions, fact/opinion, and realism/fantasy. Textbooks, workbooks and consumable materials are used to reinforce instruction.

            Mathematics include addition and subtraction facts utilizing regrouping, multiplication facts 0-5, word problems, money, measurement, time of day, and telling time to the half-hour and minute. Students begin basic geometry and fractions, and learn to read temperature. Many manipulatives and consumable resources are used to create a more interactive learning environment.

            Through the Science curriculum students learn about matter, and the different lives and types of dinosaurs. Students are engaged through text and lab activities. Native Americans, landforms, and map skills are taught through text in the Social Studies curriculum.

            Religion is incorporated through all aspects of the curriculum. Students gather together for Mass and daily prayers. Students are also prepared for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist.  The Rosary is prayed daily using the public-address system.  Weekly Atrium classes also supplement the Religion curriculum.

            Standardized tests are not given in Second Grade. Students are given tests, quizzes, and graded homework assignments. Parents are given mid-quarter reports, bi-weekly behavior reports, study habit reports, and quarterly report cards. Parents also participate in conferences with teachers to review student progress.