Middle School Program
Continuing their education at Queen of Angels
provides fifth, sixth, seventh, and eight grade
students stability at a critical developmental
time in their lives - when they are entering mental,
emotional and physical transitions. Preparation
for the demands of high school includes cultivation
of such "habits of mind" as: curiosity;
independence, clarity and incisiveness of thought;
tolerance for ambiguity; an ability to solve problems;
and an ability to manage time. The literature
program is a gradual movement from learning to
read to reading to learn. Writing becomes a vehicle for disciplined and effective expression of thought, research and creativity. Latin is a topic of 8th grade study which deepens the structural knowledge of language. Mathematics includes
a pre-algebra focus on the application of secured math concepts and a rigorous study of Algebra 1. The sciences include
hand-on labs and demonstrations, and require such
higher order thinking skills such as deductive reasoning
and inferences. Participation in a science competition is a requirement. Social Studies requires increasing comparative and analytical study across topics in history, geography, economics and government. The arts take on a focused project in a Drama Club production.
Religion Program
Religion is taught daily and is integrated into every facet of the curriculum. Religious education
emphasizes formational growth as well as content
knowledge. Spiritual celebrations include: daily school prayer; small
group, age-appropriate masses; all-school liturgies
and prayer services; and seasonal celebrations
focused on Catholic values. Standards for knowledge and faith development are provided by the National Catholic Education Association as guided by the documents of the National Council of Catholic Bishops. Topics include: God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit; Church: One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic; Liturgy and Sacraments; Revelation: Scripture and Faith; Life in Christ: Personal morality and Catholic social teaching; Church History; Prayer/Religious Practice; and Catholic Faith Literacy.
Catholic identity is a key concern in Catholic
education today. The Diocese of Greensburg requires religious education and spiritual
formation in our schools, focusing on the role
of Catholic education as a mission of the church
and preparing students to lead and serve. The
areas of study include:
- Community - integrating diversity.
- Word - teaching the authentic
message of the Church.
- Worship - expressing Catholicity
in liturgy, prayer, and daily life.
- Service - providing opportunities
for outreach within the school and the greater
community.
- Evangelization - spreading
the good news of the faith.
- Stewardship - teaching responsibility
through the prudent use of time, talent, and
treasures.
- Leadership - preparing students
as leaders in the Church and community.
Specials and Fine Arts
Program
- The comprehensive fine arts
curriculum enables students to communicate at
a basic level in the four art disciplines -
art, music, movement and drama.
- Computers are used in the classroom
as well as well as in a central lab where sophisticated formal training is provided.
- Wellness education promotes
positive life skills.
- Physical education classes develop attitudes and skills for making good choices.
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