General Curriculum
Nativity 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:
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Religion
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Language Arts (including literature, grammar & composition, phonics)
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Spelling and/or Vocabulary
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Math
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Science
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Social Studies
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Handwriting (K-5), Cursive Writing - Grade 2
In addition, students (depending on grade level) receive instruction in the following enrichment specials during the week:
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Spanish
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Physical Education
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Music
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Art
Standardized Testing
Students in 2nd through 8th grade will take the Terra Nova Standardized Test.
Students in 5th and 8th grades will take the Assessment of Catechesis/Religion Education (ACRE) test.
Program Support
Academic events, programs and technological support that enrich the curriculum include:
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Google Apps for Education 1:1 Chromebook Program: Grades 5-8
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Interactive White Boards in grades K - 8.
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Laptop/Tablet Centers in Kindergarten -- Grade 4.
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Accelerated Reader Program (technology based)
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Mathletics Program - Grades 2-5
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Elementary STEM Fair
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Junior High Science Fair
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National Geography Society Geography Bee
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Spelling Bee
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Law Day Speech Contest - Grade 7
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Elective First Friday Classes - Grades 6-8
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.
ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Several after-school enrichment classes include:
S.T.E.M Enrichment Class - Grades 1-3
Coding - Grades 4-8
Robotics - Grades 6-8
