In our Early Childhood classrooms, the focus is on purposeful play. While students are acquiring important foundational skills in numeracy and literacy, our curriculum is designed to develop the whole child. Our youngest students have access to an age-appropriate outdoor classroom where
they can engage in active exploration and imaginative play. We have created a safe and inviting environment for our students that promotes the growth and development of the young child.
In our elementary grades, the classroom balances traditional learning with personalized approaches to individual concepts and lessons. Learning opportunities are designed to be
meaningful, enjoyable, and challenging. Students are encouraged to engage in project-based learning, building a work ethic of collaboration, problem-solving and service. We also introduce technology in a purposeful way in the elementary grades; students use a variety of online
tools, including Google Classroom and Google Suite, to begin developing the skills they will rely on in our upper grades.
Our Middle School students participate in a rigorous academic program that prepares them for high school and beyond. Students focus on six core classes — Theology, English, Reading, Math, Science,and Social Studies — as well as having the opportunity to pursue individual interests through our Electives program. Our Middle School curriculum includes a variety of innovative project-based learning opportunities designed to appeal to a wide range of interests and abilities. At the same time, our students have opportunities to practice foundational study skills they will
rely on to succeed in high school. Middle School students also participate in a House system consisting of mixed age cohorts; this system offers opportunities for fellowship, service, and social-emotional growth and learning, and helps to foster vital leadership skills.
We assess student academic growth in ourfirst through eighth grade cohorts three times a year using NWEA MAP Growth. It provides teachers with accurate, and actionable evidence to help target instruction for individual students or small groups, and to differentiate instruction in a way that benefits and challenges all of our students.
From Pre-K 3 through eighth grade, St. Eugene provides opportunities for students to grow in their faith and deepen their relationship with God. At the same time, we strive to foster academic excellence and a love of learning, and to enable every student to achieve his or her potential.