Curriculum Overview

Kindergarten - Eighth Grade

Our Lady of Lourdes core curriculum includes the following areas of study
for all K-8 students.

Religion Health
Language Arts Library
Mathematics Music
Social Studies Art
Science Technology
Spanish Language Physical Education
Study Skills Leadership Training

 

Student Learning
Educational opportunities abound in each curricular offering. Teaching strategies include differentiated instructional methods, cooperative learning, concept attainment, integrated thematic units, team teaching, hands-on learning, multi-age projects, independent research, and real life applications structured to meet the needs, talents and abilities of individual students. Communication skills, team-work, use of technology, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are emphasized.

Learning through Service
Service is incorporated into the school culture, ensuring that students learn the value of serving others in our local and global communities.

Student Growth
Our Lady of Lourdes provides guidance and encouragement in the areas of personal, social, and spiritual growth within an atmosphere of Christian community. From this experience, it is hoped that each child will come to understand how to apply the Catholic value system to his or her way of life.

Parent Involvement
Our Lady of Lourdes invites parents to become actively involved in working with school personnel to maximize their child's educational opportunities. Since parents are the first and primary teachers of their children, it is important that a cooperative relationship be established between home and school, with the child's best interest being the primary goal.