Elementary Curriculum and Instruction

OFFICE OF CATHOLIC EDUCATION: Elementary Curriculum and Instruction

DIRECTOR: Sister Edward William Quinn, IHM

PHONE: 215-587-3744

FAX: 215-587-5644


Curriculum Committee Updates:

Music--An updated curriculum for classroom music was published during the
2007-2008 school year. Plans are under way for this year's band festivals and
concerts.  Workshops for classroom music teachers are planned for November.

Library--The Library Committee published a list of recommended titles for each
grade level last year.  

Math--Updates have been made in the Acuity Online assessment program. 
Participation in this program is open to all students.  It is not limited to
Honors Math Students.

Early Childhood-- Check the Early Childhood web site for dates and 
locations of upcoming teacher gatherings.  An Early Childhood Winter
Conference is being planned as a follow-up of the successful August conference.

The Science Committee is planning for a December conference.  



Technology--Information is sent out regularly to schools from Nancy Caramanico

Curriculum and Staff Development Goals

To promote regular planning using he Rigor and Relevance model of instruction.

To provide multiple opportunities for staff development in all curriculum areas.