Students should express themselves clearly and concisely in both speech and writing by using appropriate vocabulary, standard grammar and usage, and by applying the proper mechanics of writing and spelling. Although integrated throughout the curriculum, spelling and grammar are taught as separate subjects. At Saint Catherine's, we incorporate both these philosophies into our school curriculum through drill and practice, extensive use of manipulatives, life skills, and art projects. Algebra and pre-algebra are taught in the 8th grade. Music Music plays an important roll in the education of all children.
Music is a unique language for expressing our life of pain, hope, happiness, and faith.
We want our children to learn the tools of meter, rhythm, tempo, and inflection to develop their musical abilities. Students are exposed to techniques through the study of the great composers and various musical styles. An emphasis is placed on music preparation for celebrating Eucharist. An education in the visual arts is essential to all full curriculum, proving a background for the appreciation of one's creativity and an insight into one's own soul. The art program provides students with the opportunity to deepen their awareness of God's gifts and respond creatively to beauty and goodness through art appreciation and developing necessary technical and artistic skill.