Saint John School is a community of actively involved children, parents, and staff. In addition to the core academic curriculum, we offer classes to enrich each student's personal development. St. John's also offers extracurricular activities, including the Book Club, Computer Club, Choir, Science Club, Field Trips and Extended Day until 5:00 p.m.
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Core Subjects:
Language Arts, Math, Reading, Religion, Science, Social Studies
Additional Enrichment:
Art - Studio art classes help students express themselves through creativity and imagination.
Band - Each student is given the opportunity to learn an instrument, read music, and perform in band recitals.
Computer - Curriculum is the Engine; Technology is the Tool
Students at St. John's attend computer class from Kindergarten to Grade 8. Our technology curriculum follows the state and national standards for technology instruction. By graduation, students will have mastered the features of Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access. They will become effective internet researchers and proficient users of 21st century technologies.
In Kindergarten, we begin with exposure to the parts of a computer and tools of a program. Students learn the basic parts of a computer and learn how to manipulate the tools of a graphic arts program. They will use educational learning programs and websites to reinforce grade level skills.
Grade 1 and 2 continue doing skills reinforcement activities. Keyboarding is introduced and they will learn what the special keys are for. Microsoft Word is used and students learn the basic features of the program. They do enjoy using their creative skills when formatting color, size, font, style, and clip art!
Grade 3 to 5 begin to use PowerPoint and create presentations that integrate with topics being studied in the classroom. In Excel, they will create spreadsheets and graph the results. They will begin to learn how to access information online and do WebQuests. The students are excited to be learning these new technology skills!
Grade 6 to 8 continue to hone their skills in Microsoft Office by learning more advanced features of each of its programs. Their completed projects are impressive! Internet research skills are emphasized and they will learn how to critique a website to determine its value as a source of information.
Our well-equipped lab contains PCs with Windows XP Pro, high speed internet, Microsoft Office Professional, scanner, color laserjet printing, multimedia projector, and a SmartBoard interactive whiteboard system.
We look forward to an enjoyable learning experience!
St. John's technology program is correlated to the Massachusetts Instructional Technology Standards. For more information please visit: http://www.doe.mass.edu/edtech/standards/itstand.pdf
Writing - Students are encouraged to explore their creative talents through writing in Creative Writing classes.
Italian - Each student participates in Italian classes, extending their cultural understanding of their school history in the North End.
Peace Sharing - Striving for peace, all students and teachers gather daily for a brief assembly and pause for a moment of prayer, reflection, remembrance and celebration.
Physical Education - The importance of physical activity and team play is promoted through our physical education program.
Summer Reading - This program seeks to foster a solid reading background and a life-long enjoyment of books.
Volunteering - Volunteer opportunities are available for students who wish to give back to their community.
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