A third success story this year has been the start of the Scholastic Reading program. Each student selects and reads literature at the student's independent reading level. A comprehension test is given to the student that measures how well the student understands the story. The score is placed on a data base for the student and teacher to monitor. As the student continues to improve their reading comprehension skills.
Students learn and use basic word processing skills.
In addition, students use the internet and cd technology to acqure more information and build skills. The computers at St. Patrick have been networked so that any teacher or student can access the data from any computer located in the lab, classroom and office. I am proud and pleased to observe the progress that is being made by our students and in the positive attitude of the teachers and staff. I am serving a one-year interim term in this position after a four year retirement fromeight years in this position. We have a full schedule of events which we hope will make everyone in the community aware of our mission to provide children with a quality education in a loving, Christian environment.