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Nativity Catholic School provides a strong academic and spiritual education to its students in a safe and loving environment. We are proud of our many achievements and of our outstanding reputation in the community.

Grades K-8 Program

General Curriculum

Nativity Catholic School follows the curriculum of the Archdiocese of Miami. This curriculum seeks to foster the growth of the whole child: spiritual, intellectual, physical, and social. The goal is to lead the students to become responsible members of the Church and of society.


Students in Kindergarten through Grade 8 receive instruction in the following core subjects:

  • Religion
  • Language Arts (including literature, grammar & composition, phonics)
  • Spelling and/or Vocabulary
  • Math
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Handwriting (K-5), Cursive Writing - Grade 2


In addition, students (depending on grade level) receive instruction in the following enrichment specials during the week:

  • Spanish
  • Physical Education
  • Music
  • Art

Standardized Testing

Students in 2nd through 8th grade will take the Terra Nova Standardized Test.

Program Support

Academic events, programs, and technological support that enrich the curriculum include:

  • STREAM (science, technology, religion, engineering, arts, math) Supported Curriculum
  • Google Apps for Education 1:1 Chromebook Program: Grades 1-8
  • iPad 1:1 Program: Grades K-3
  • iPad Shared Program: Grades 4-8
  • Interactive White Boards: Prekindergarten - 8
  • Accelerated Reader Program (technology-based)
  • IXL Online Program Support in math
  • FRECKLE Online Math Program Support: Grades K-5
  • STREAM Fairs
  • Spelling Bee
  • Differentiated Center Instruction in lower grades
  • Law Day Speech Contest - Grade 8
  • Elective First Friday Classes - Grades 6-8
  • Etiquette Class - Grade 7
  • Flashlight Fridays: Grade 5 students read and share with PK4 students.
  • Prayer Partners: Grades 7 & 1, Grades 8 & 2
  • NET Retreats: Grades 7 & 8

Extra-Curricular Activities

Older Nativity students have the opportunity to join clubs and/or try out for sports teams. This offers the students a chance to pursue their interests, talents, and abilities.

Pre-School Program

Toddlers through Pre-K4

Nativity Catholic School's Preschool Program utilizes the "Creative Curriculum" under the guidelines of the Archdiocese of Miami. The program is designed to provide children with a foundation for a lifelong love of learning. The children will develop at their own pace and with their own unique learning styles. They will play, learn, and grow within a curriculum that is specifically tailored to nurture the whole child.

Children's natural creativity and curiosity will be developed through hands-on scientific exploration, creative art projects, music, movement, and rhythm. As the children progress through the grade levels, math and language arts instruction also progresses. By the completion of Pre-K 4, students will have received the reading and math readiness instruction necessary to enter the formal reading and math programs in Kindergarten. In addition, themed units, centers, and holiday celebrations enhance the learning experience.

Prayer, bible stories, and religious instruction enrich the child's spiritual growth. Students attend the all-school monthly masses.

Toddlers receive additional music classes from the school's music teacher. Students in Pre-K3 and Pre-K 4 also perform in a yearly musical show.

Program Options

 Pre-K3 and Pre-K4:

  • 5 Half Days per Week - 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM
  • 5 Full Days per Week - 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Toddler Class and Pre-K2:

  • 2 Half Days per Week - 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM, Tuesdays/Thursdays
  • 3 Half Days per Week - 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM, Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays
  • 5 Half Days per Week - 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM
  • 5 Full Days per Week - 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Special Programs

Accelerated Program

Nativity Catholic School offers a Junior High Accelerated Program for the gifted and high achieving students. Entry into the program is based on standardized test scores, report card grades, and teacher recommendation.
The program offers an in-depth and accelerated curriculum. It challenges the students to achieve at the top of their level. The 8th graders are offered high-school Algebra I, and some even take an additional Geometry class. The students participate in many county competitions achieving tremendous success. Preparation for a rigorous high school program is one of the goals of the Accelerated Program.

Accelerated Reader Program

NATIVITY IS AN ACCELERATED READER 2015 HONOR ROLL SCHOOL!!
NATIVITY IS AN ACCELERATED READER 2014 MASTER SCHOOL!!
Honor Roll and Master School are the highest levels of AR certification awarded to schools!

Nativity Catholic School participates in the Accelerated Reader Program to encourage students to develop a love for reading and to improve their reading comprehension and vocabulary skills. Students are tested to obtain their reading level, set goals for each quarter, and work to achieve those goals during sustained silent reading times in their Reading/Literature classes and at home. Special incentives are offered for students that reach their goals, maintain successful quiz scores, and achieve Bookworm or Millionaire status. We are truly grateful to the Amaturo Foundation for providing us with this excellent program!

Bilingual Pre-Kindergarten Program

Nativity Catholic School's Bilingual Pre-K Program was created on the basis that, in today's world, the knowledge of a second language is both important and necessary. Statistics show that children will easily learn a second language at a very young age if exposed to it on a daily basis. We, at Nativity, recognize the rich diversity of our community and have implemented a bilingual English/Spanish Pre-Kindergarten program. In one of our Pre-K3 and one of our Pre-K 4 classes, the children are exposed to Spanish through songs, games, and activities throughout the day.

Bucket Filler Program

The Bucket Filler Program sends a simple anti-bullying message to the students: Everyone carries an invisible bucket that holds their good thoughts and feelings. When our buckets are full, we feel happy and when our buckets are sad, we feel sad.

The Peace Education Program (PEP), based on the PeaceWorks curriculum, is offered to younger students. Students learn peace-making skills and pro-social behavior through interactive lessons which include role plays, guessing games, and popular literature. The I-Care rules or Rules for Fighting Fair, depending on the student’s grade, provide guidelines for behavior. Some themes for the primary grades include using I-Care language, understanding conflict, expressing feelings through words, making friends, stereotyping, and cooperation. In the middle school program, students learn about decision making, fostering healthy relationships, assertive and effective communication skills, and anger management.

The administration, school counselor, teachers, and staff work diligently to promote an anti-bullying atmosphere at Nativity Catholic School.

Etiquette Classes - Grade 7

Nativity Catholic School offers an etiquette class for its seventh-grade students. The students participate in several etiquette lessons that teach leadership and confidence-building skills. The goals of the program are:

  • To provide lifelong leadership skills;
  • To provide useful and accepted etiquette and manners training;
  • To provide role-playing activities and information that help to build the students' self-esteem and confidence;
  • To teach self-discipline, respect for others and self, and kindness.


During the sessions, the students will be exposed to a variety of basic etiquette skills including:

  • Proper Introductions
  • Eye Contact
  • Shaking Hands
  • Giving and Receiving Compliments
  • Practicing Kindness
  • Writing Thank You Notes
  • Telephone and Computer Etiquette
  • Table Manners


The class is taught by Mrs. Lynne Moore, trained by the Protocol School of Washington, and provides a high-quality interactive program to teach practical skills in manners, civility, and leadership.

Aftercare

Director: Mrs. Gladys Schweser -  954 987-3301 ext. 7

Nativity Catholic School's Aftercare Program provides a service for working parents. The students report to the Extended Day rooms at the end of the school day and are able to stay there until 6:00 PM. Students bring a snack from home. Older students complete their homework and are then able to join the younger students in various activities in the daycare room or the playground. For more information please contact the Aftercare Director.