Literacy & ELA
English Language Arts
Mathematics
NYS Mathematics Standards
Science & Social Studies
More engaging than ever
Assessment
- STAR computer based testing used to assess progress in Reading and Mathematics
- NYS ELA
- NYS Math – Algebra 1 Regents at the end of 8th grade
- Science – Biology Regents at the end of 8th grade
- Spanish – Spanish 1 credit available at the end of the 8th grade
- End of Year Grades 5-8
Literacy & English Language Arts (ELA)
At St. Peter RC School we understand that reading is the foundation of all learning. We learn to read so that we can read to learn. SPS has a strong literacy curriculum guided by research and evidence-based best practices. Individualized literacy instruction is provided to students determined by assessment data collected through benchmark assessments and progress monitoring.
The literacy block where teachers work with students in small guided reading groups at their instructional levels. Writing and phonics are also components of this literacy block.
NYS Modules
Mathematics
Our mathematics program is aligned with the New York State Mathematics Standards. We follow the Eureaka Math curriculum along with utilizing additional supplemental resources to ensure that we are meeting the needs of all of our learners. Middle school students are prepped and ready to pass the Algebra 1 Regents exam at the end of their eighth grade year or to begin Algebra 1 once entering high school.
NYS Mathematics Modules
Open Up Illustrative Math or Pre-Algebra and Algebra
Science & Hands-On Learning
Science is more engaging than ever before. As teachers instruct important science concepts, they incorporate ways of making their lessons hands-on for our young scientists. Experiments, labs, and field trips are all ways of bringing science to life at St. Peter’s. Eighth grade students are prepared and able to depart SPS with credit in Living Environment by taking the NYS Regents Exam at the end of the year.
Science Fusion Curriculum with a focus on hands-on learning. Teachers incorporate multiple resources to meet the NYS Science standards, long with hands-on learning
6th Grade: Earth Science
7th Grade: Physical Science
8th Grade: Living Environment
Social Studies
PNW BOCES SS/ELA Curriculum
6th World History
7th and 8th US History
