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Academics Overview

Curriculum

The primary goal of the program of instruction in St. Mary’s School is to provide learning experiences which develop the values, attitudes, knowledge and skills necessary for the student’s moral, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development.

The Curriculum Guidelines issued by the State Education Department of the University of the State of New York and the Archdiocesan Department of Education are the basis for the curriculum developed to meet the needs of the student population served.

In accord with the Catholic philosophy and goals of St. Mary’s School, religious education is an essential and integral component of the curriculum.

At St. Mary’s School, the following subjects are taught: Religion, Language Arts, Mathematics, Honors Algebra, Social Studies, Science/Health, Spanish (Grades 6-8), Technology, Music, Art, and Physical Education.

Expectations

St. Mary’s School expects students to perform to the best of their ability. Teachers are expected to evaluate student progress on a regular basis. Students will be given quizzes or tests regularly. After the test is graded, it will be sent home for the parent to review and sign.  Parent signature indicates that the parent is aware of the student’s progress.  If a parent does not receive quizzes or tests to sign, the parent should contact the teacher.

Assessments

In addition to class tests and quizzes, developmentally appropriate Mid-Year and End-Year Examinations wil be given to all students in grades 5-8.  Each of these exams will be worth 10 percent for a total of 20 percent on the final report card average for each subject in which they are administered.  Each child will also take part in the Archdiocesan testing program which includes the Archdiocesan religion test, annual standardized tests, and New York State Education Department assessments.  These tests measure academic growth over a period of time.

Standardized Tests

ITBS Grades 1 to 8 October
CogAt Grades 2, 4, 5, and 7 October


Archdiocesan Tests

Religion Test Grades 3 to 8 June


NY State Tests

Math Grades 4, 6 & 8 June
Science Grades 4 & 8 May-June
Social Studies Grade 5
Grade 8		 November
June


The faculty of St. Mary’s School reviews these test results regularly in conjunction with classroom performance for the purpose of promotion or retention, academic intervention services (AIS) for those who need extra assistance, and grouping for reading and math.

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