In our Early Childhood (EC) classrooms we minister to the whole child - mind, heart, and hands.  In a trusting Catholic environment, we enable the child to grow spiritually, emotionally, socially, physically, and intellectually.  Awakening the child's innate desire to learn, we foster creativity and excitement about learning by facilitating a stimulating environment. We understand each child's uniqueness in personality and learning styles. We create for the early learner opportunities to discover, explore, question, and succeed.  Above all, our setting nurtures the child's spiritual relationship with God and caring attitude toward others.  

Our Early Childhood (Pk3, Pk4, and Kindergarten) curriculum includes:

• Reading
• Language Arts
• Mathematics
• Social Studies
• Science
• Spanish
• Art
• Music
• Physical Education (PE)
• Hands-On STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Art, Mathematics): a cross curricular opportunity for students to explore various aspects of science using hands-on activities. Periodically, students will participate in science experiments led by parent volunteers to promote science and critical thinking with the students.
• Religion/Faith
• Social Emotional Learning
• Health & Safety
• Community Service Projects
• Virtue of the Week

1. learn that they are part of God's family.
2. develop an awareness that everything in life is a gift from God.
3. begin to understand that life is sacred.
4. be introduced to the Bible and its role as the Word of God.
5. begin exploring the Church, its Sacraments, and the significance of the Mass.
6. learn that Jesus calls us to follow His Word and example.
7. engage in both spontaneous and formal prayer.
8. Check out our School wide Faith Expression/Catholic Identity.

• Hands-On STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Art, Mathematics): a cross curricular opportunity for students to explore various aspects of science using hands-on activities. Periodically, students will participate in science experiments led by parent volunteers to promote science and critical thinking with the students.
• Science Fair - 4th grade students explore various science concepts by creating their own science project for the competition.
• Top spellers participate in the Diocesan Spelling Bee.
• Robotics instruction in 4th grade; Robotics is a multidisciplinary field that involves the design, construction, operation, and use of robotics and computer systems.
• Relay Competitions - 3rd & 4th graders participate in the Greater Longview Area relay competitions against other non-public schools in the fall and spring.
• Spanish; Physical Education every day; Community Service Projects

• a foundational knowledge of the doctrines of the Church.
• an appreciation of the Scriptures as God’s inspired word.
• their conscience according to the teachings of Scripture, Jesus, and the Church, so that they can make
  correct moral decisions.
• a reverence for all of life and an understanding and respect for how God made us.
• an understanding that as Catholic Christians, students have a responsibility to become actively involved in
  the mission of the Church as servant to the world.
• Sacramental preparation for First Reconciliation occurs in 2nd grade, preparation for First Communion and Confirmation occurs in 3rd & 4th grades.; students participate in sacraments at their own parish.
• 3rd and 4th graders participate in all-school Mass in the Choir and as Lectors (reading scripture) and Gift Bearers.
• Check out our School wide Faith Expression/Catholic Identity.

• Catholic Faith and Catholic Social Teaching is integrated across the Middle School curriculum in every content area.
• Living Stations of the Cross - performed by 8th graders on Holy Thursday.
• All Saints Day Wax Museum  - 7th and 8th graders study and portray Catholic Saints as a "wax museum" where students, parents and community members learn about the important Saints who have shaped history and our Catholic faith.
• Participate in faith-led service requirements and projects.
• Paired with students in PreK-4th grade as "Prayer Partners"; this program is designed to engourage our older students to model and share their faith with our younger students.
• Volunteering in local nursing homes, playing Bingo and painting fingernails with residents.
• 5th grade students attend a week long retreat at The Pines Catholic Camp in Big Sandy with other 5th graders from Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Tyler. This week combines a faith focused retreat with environmental studies in a natural habitat. 
• 5th grade Diocesan Vocations Day - a special event for all 5th graders in the Diocese of Tyler (often coincides with The Pines Retreat); students across the Diocese attend Mass together, have lunch, and attend talks with a married couple, a religious sister, a deacon, and a priest; questions are encouraged.  Students are encouraged to be open to the vocation God is calling them.
• 8th grade students participate in a Diocesan wide retreat in Tyler at the Cathedral Center.
• Check out our School wide Faith Expression/Catholic Identity.

St. Mary's High School is a College Preparatory High School producing well-rounded, college ready adults. Our curriculum is focused on graduating students who are critical thinkers, productive moral citizens, and spiritual leaders. 

• Bible Dedication Ceremony: all in-coming high school students receive a Bible they will use throughout High School. 
• Participate in faith-led service requirements and projects.
• Paired with students in PreK-4th grade as "Prayer Partners"; this program is designed to engourage our older students to model and share their faith with our younger students.
• Week long High School retreat every other year focused on spirituality and holiness.
• Volunteering at Hiway 80 Mission and Newgate. 
• Check out our School wide Faith Expression/Catholic Identity.
  

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