Kindergarten students need many opportunities for hands-on
learning. By the age of five, children are also ready to be introduced
to many new skills, work habits and concepts that are the building blocks
for future success in school and in life. |
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Our goal for St. Paul Kindergarten is to enhance
learning, foster a healthy self-esteem and develop creative individuals
and problem solvers.
Our religion curriculum helps students learn about the Catholic faith.
Students attend Mass weekly, learn prayers and liturgical songs and listen
to and discuss stories from the Bible. |
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| The language arts curriculum features great children's literature
and leveled books for individual reading. Phonics, listening, comprehension,
journal writing, word knowledge and recognition of sight words are included. |
| The math curriculum covers many areas, developing reasoning
and problem solving skills. Science, social studies, computer skills,
art, music and physical education are all part of our daily curriculum
as well. |
| All subject areas are geared to our high expectations.
We are proud of our long-standing tradition of academic success at St.
Paul Catholic School and Kindergarten is where it begins! |
| PROGRAM
GOALS: |
| In Kindergarten, your child will develop and
strengthen these skills... |
| For Reading & Language Arts --- |
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Master the left to right progression needed for reading |
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Identify initial consonant sounds and short and long vowel sounds |
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Recognize and read 80+ 'sight words' |
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Learn to rhyme |
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Respond to stories with meaningful drawing and writing |
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Develop the ability to re-tell stories in sequence |
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Develop an awareness of detail |
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Develop eye-hand coordination |
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| For Math --- |
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Count, recognize and write the numerals 1-100 |
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Master the six basic geometric shapes |
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Develop number concepts 1-20 by emphasizing grouping |
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Develop an appreciation of the use of mathematics in daily hands-on
experiences |
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| For Religion --- |
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Recite basic Catholic prayers with daily practice |
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Take part in weekly Mass |
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Develop a desire to learn and appreciate the Catholic faith |
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| For Social Development --- |
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Learn appropriate social skills such as cooperation,
respect for others, respect for adults, etc. |
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Learn to follow four and five step directions |
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| REQUIREMENTS
FOR ENTERING KINDERGARTEN: |
| These are the requirements to enroll your
child in St. Paul's Kindergarten Program... |
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A child must be five years of age on or before
September 1 |
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A certified copy of the birth certificate is required (hospital
copies are not acceptable) |
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The child's Social Security Number must be provided at the time
of registration |
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A $50.00 non-refundable registration fee is required at this time |
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A physical examination and proof of immunizations must be provided
by the first day of Kindergarten (the necessary forms will be provided
to parents at time of registration) |
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| Registration will be accepted on the following
priority... |
| Priority 1 |
Students currently enrolled in St. Paul Pre-school
(with accounts up-to-date) |
| Priority 2 |
Siblings of students currently enrolled at St. Paul Catholic School |
| Priority 3 |
First child to enter school from an in-parish family |
| Priority 4 |
Children of parishioners with other children enrolled at area
public schools, with the exception of special education students |
| Priority 5 |
All others |
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| GETTING
YOUR CHILD READY FOR SCHOOL: |
| Students will experience a 'full day'
of school as classes are in session from 8:15 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Students
may arrive after 7:45 a.m. |
| Your child will have many new experiences and learn many
new skills at St. Paul School's All-Day Kindergarten Program. |
| These are Pre-Kindergarten concepts and skills that will
contribute to your child's success in Kindergarten... |
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Know the eight basic colors |
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Know the four basic shapes |
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Have the ability to recite the alphabet |
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Recognize some letters in the alphabet |
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Count to the number 20 |
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Recognize the numbers 1-10 |
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Recognize his/her first and last name |
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Write his/her first name with the first letter in upper case and
the remainder of the letters in lower case |
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Know his/her phone number and address |
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Have the ability to tie shoes and work zippers (P.E. shoes should
have Velcro closures) |
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Have the ability to remove and put his/her jacket on independently,
including knowing how to zip and fasten |
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Take care of his/her toilet needs |
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Wash his/her hands after going to the toilet and leave the bathroom
clean |
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Cover his/her nose and mouth with tissue or handkerchief when
he/she sneezes |
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Also:
Kindergarten students are expected to adhere to the St. Paul Catholic
School's Dress Code. |
| School Supplies will be required
on the first day of school. |
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| Deciding on a Kindergarten Program
is a big decision! We want to answer all your questions and make
you feel at ease about sending your child to our school. If you have questions,
please do not hesitate to contact us. We
are also happy to give you a personal tour of the school! |
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