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St. Mary's Catholic School
Curriculum
Middle School
In 6th - 8th Grade Science: There are a variety of interesting and engaging science concepts covered in the Junior High Curriculum. Most exciting for the upcoming school year, is that we have been blessed with a brand new Science Series for the Jr. High. Glencoe Publishers partners with National Geographic in this phenomenal and inspiring science series. This 6th Grade will explore topics relating to Physical Science, including scientific measurement, motion, matter, and chemistry. In the 7th Grade class we will discuss Earth science topics such as earthquakes and volcanoes. Further exploration of the earth and weather topics will also take place. 8th Grade Science class will focus on the human body and other life science topics. Mr. Breese is our fearless and inspiring Junior High Science Teacher who makes Science interesting to each and every student. Labs and hands on activities are a large part of the science experience at St. Mary's.
TEXT BOOK LINKS
6th Science Book Resources Online Textbook Codes
Math
Following the completion of some concepts and/or chapters special projects are introduced.
With our world being basically a word problem, the 7th Graders learn how to solve real life situations using the concepts they have learned.
Social Studies
Current events are one of the students’ favorite activities. At the beginning of class, they informally discuss “What has been going on.” Once every two weeks, groups will present a current events article they have read to the rest of the class.
Weekly Classroom Schedule
The 6 – 8th Grades go to the Soup Kitchen on one Tuesday a month. This is run by the Sisters of Charity and is located in Peoria behind the Cathedral. Every day, these sisters prepare lunch and feed the poor. Volunteers consisting of adults and children help in this endeavor. The sisters could not do this without the volunteers. This is a worthwhile experience for the students, giving them a sense of service.