FIRST GRADE

There are three first grade homerooms and students undertake a wide range of projects during their studies.  All students participate in field trips and there are several concerts throughout the academic year.

In June 2009 1st graders performed the play, Edwina and the penguins save the world.

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SECOND GRADE

There are three second grade classes and all students study a wide range of topics and projects.  Students also participate in special concerts and celebrations and go on field trips throughout the year. [more]

THIRD GRADE

Third grade students enjoy a wide range of classroom activities and work on many different projects throughout the year as well as taking part in field trips, concerts and social events.
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FOURTH GRADE

Fourth grade students enjoy a wide range of activities.  One of the key areas fourth grade students are currently studying is Global Issues.
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FIFTH GRADE

Mrs Schaefer, and Ms O'Sullivan are the fifth grade homeroom teachers.  

Students learn about the American Revolution in Social Studies classes and in June each student gives a speech on the American Revolution from the perspective of either a British, French or American key player.  Students also study Second World War fiction and listen to speakers who share their experiences of her life during World War II.

YOUNG AUTHORS FESTIVAL

The Young Authors Festival is an annual event. In June 2008  American author Jack Gantos visited the school and opened the festival.  Our guest speaker at the opening of our festival in 2007 was the famous Irish storyteller, Niall de Burca.  Niall visited the school in 2006 on Saint Patrick's Day and was so popular, that we invited him back!  .

CURRICULUM GUIDE

In Elementary School most subjects are taught by grade level teachers in the homeroom.

Read the curriculum guides for 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade and 5th Grade Grade on the Parents Atlas Curriculum Site