We believe language is acquired through comprehensible input. Languages are not acquired by studying, traditional practice, or by listening and repeating. Languages are acquired as we hear or read messages that we can understand in the language. We choose stories, videos, mini-novels, current events, and relevant content that is compelling to our students, to make …
STEM Education Our elementary STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) program embraces 21st century learning through the 4C’s: Critical Thinking, Communication, Creativity, and Collaboration. A Typical Day: Students investigate how concepts of STEM can work together to create solutions to real-world problems. For example, this past year our Kindergarteners determined that plants grow more rapidly …
The physical education classroom is an area of safety, promoting success and expression through a variety of movement opportunities and challenges. Students are given opportunities to experience and develop teamwork, athletics, sportsmanship, and cooperation skills. Physical education is essential for the development of lifelong, healthy habits and enjoyment of being physically active. Curriculum Physical education …
St. Dominic music program is based on the mission of the American Orff-Schulwerk Association and Minnesota Orff. The mission is dedicated to the creative music and movement approach developed by Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman. Orff and Keetman, two German composers, created this approach as a way to build an understanding of music in every …
Elementary Art All lessons are about discovery and exploration! A wide variety of tools and materials are used to be able to build upon skills and to establish subject matter. Each year students will be able to better understand age appropriate lessons and strengthen student mastery. An Art Education is about learning about the world …
Grades K-3 Believe and Read – At St. Dominic, we believe strong foundational skills are the key to success, particularly in the areas of literacy and writing. Students in K-3 are part of our Believe and Read literacy program powered by Groves Academy. Students are given the foundation of letter recognition, phonics and writing through …
Did You Know? The Prekindergarten program within Faithful Beginnings at St. Dominic School is a non-profit, Christian-based early childhood experience for children ages 4 – 5. This class focuses on educating students one year away from Kindergarten. You may access our Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten Program Handbook. We teach children to learn and explore their environment through play. …
Did You Know? The Preschool program within Faithful Beginnings at St. Dominic School is a non-profit, Christian-based early childhood experience for children ages 3 – 5. You may access our Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten Handbook. We teach children to learn and explore their environment through play. We instill Catholic values that are integrated into the daily curriculum, which …
Faithful Beginnings at St. Dominic School incorporates faith, values, and excellence in our early childhood learning programs. There are two classes offered: Preschool Our Preschool class is for children ages 3 – 5 years old. Students must be at least 3 years of age by September 1st. This class has multiple schedule options. Prekindergarten Our …