The 7the grade continues their Renaissance experience and learning. This week we discovered more information about Michelangelo and da Vinci. To appreciate the effort needed to paint the Sistine Chapel the class taped paper to the bottom of the desk and laid down to draw a nature scene. The students had fun but realized how […]
The 6th grade continues their study of the Old Testament. We are learning about Moses and the Ten Commandments. We are discussing how to be respectful to God and kind towards each other based on the 10 Commandments.
The 7th grade class is studying the Italian Renaissance time period. Our campus is full of beautiful sculptures including the Pieta. After viewing them and learning about Michelangelo the class used clay to sculpt their own masterpieces. Next we will learn about the amazing renaissance man, Leonardo da Vinci!
During Lent the 8th grade class leads the school in weekly Stations of the Cross. The whole class participates and does an amazing job walking the Passion of Christ and reflecting on how to get closer to Him during Lent. Please join us if you can. Check our school calendar for Friday times!
The 6th grade class is wrapping up their study of the amazing Ancient Egyptians. We learned about their daily life, the Nile River, and the gods. Next up we are traveling to Greece!
The 7th grade had an exciting adventure to the Getty Center today. We viewed incredible paintings, detailed sculptures, and gilded furniture. The class also walked the beautiful gardens and enjoyed the fun tram ride. Our history studies will continue on the Middle Ages and then the Renaissance!
Every Thursday the 8th grade class reads the upcoming Sunday gospel. We discuss ways to incorporate the gospel into our everyday lives (SLE A4). After thoughtful discussion each students reflects on ways they can utilize Jesus’s message in their family setting, sports teams, and school. This week we listed ways we can bear good fruit […]
The 8th grade class is studying the westward expansion of the United States. Part of the study includes examining the impact on Native Americans. Using primary source documents we read about the harrowing experience of a young boy and a soldier on the forced migration of different native tribes. The students then illustrated pictures capturing […]
The 6th grade is finished with their study of Ancient China. We learned about the geography, dynasties, and accomplishments of the ancient Chinese people. To complete our studies the students created Buncees on many different topics and compiled collages with all they learned. Next stop Ancient Egypt!
The 7th grade class is finishing their study of Jesus’s parables. They read many different parables and discussed the lessons in each one. We are working on spreading God’s message and improving our everyday life.