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© Copyright 2014 St. Casimir School
Our Curriculum
In keeping with the mission of our school, Indiana State Standards and Gary Diocese, we offer a curriculum that integrates the teaching of religion, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, art and music, designed to educate the whole child.
Religion
Math (pre-algebra and algebra to prepare our students for high school)
English
Social Studies
Science / Health
Computer
Art
Drama (8th Grade)
Physical Education
Educationally Related Field Trips (Challenger Learning Center - space program)
Human Sexuality - curriculum based upon Catholic teachings
Practical Arts of Life Skills
Spiritual Activities - religious instruction, daily prayers, Mass, sacramental preparation,
altar servers, cantors, lectors
In keeping with the mission of our school, Indiana State Standards and Gary Diocese, we offer a curriculum that integrates the teaching of religion, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, art and music, designed to educate the whole child.
Religion
Math (pre-algebra and algebra to prepare our students for high school)
English
Social Studies
Science / Health
Computer
Art
Drama (8th Grade)
Physical Education
Educationally Related Field Trips (Challenger Learning Center - space program)
Human Sexuality - curriculum based upon Catholic teachings
Practical Arts of Life Skills
Spiritual Activities - religious instruction, daily prayers, Mass, sacramental preparation,
altar servers, cantors, lectors
Extra-Curricular Programs
Special programs provided beyond the classroom include:
Student Council
Band
Chess Club
Young Rembrandts - drawing classes
Athletics - (Grades 5th - 8th) Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, and Cheerleading
Other Programs Available
Academic Support Services - Title I Tutoring & Resource Teachers/Tutors
Counseling Services (available through Catholic Charities)
Special programs provided beyond the classroom include:
Student Council
Band
Chess Club
Young Rembrandts - drawing classes
Athletics - (Grades 5th - 8th) Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, and Cheerleading
Other Programs Available
Academic Support Services - Title I Tutoring & Resource Teachers/Tutors
Counseling Services (available through Catholic Charities)
Achievement
Academic Performance
St. Casimir is fully accredited by the State of Indiana. Students at St. Casimir School perform well academically. Indiana Statewide Tests of Educational Progress (ISTEP) have earned St. Casimir School ratings of Exemplary from the Indiana Department of Education and a Blue Ribbon from the U.S. Department of Education.
Dedicated Faculty and Staff
St. Casimir School has a dedicated faculty and staff made up of 21 teachers, a computer teacher, 8 classroom aides, and other support staff. Faculty professional development continues to be a vital component of school improvement. With a continual focus on a student-engage in professional workshops and activities that contribute to their growth as educators. Faculty members meet and collaborate on a weekly basis to evaluate progress toward identified student and school goals.
Athletic Program
Students also are able to participate in diocesan-coordinated athletics programs as a means to their well-rounded development - in mind, body and spirit. Competitive athletic programs are available to boys and girls in fifth through eighth grades in various sports, provided they maintain an establishment minimum academic standing defined in the School Handbook.
Alumni Success
Additionally, graduates of St. Casimir School consistently perform well in high school and college, and many are among the top students in their classes. Many alumni have become successful and contributing members of Hammond community and beyond. It is no secret that many alumni attribute much of their success to the strong foundation they received at St. Casimir.
Academic Performance
St. Casimir is fully accredited by the State of Indiana. Students at St. Casimir School perform well academically. Indiana Statewide Tests of Educational Progress (ISTEP) have earned St. Casimir School ratings of Exemplary from the Indiana Department of Education and a Blue Ribbon from the U.S. Department of Education.
Dedicated Faculty and Staff
St. Casimir School has a dedicated faculty and staff made up of 21 teachers, a computer teacher, 8 classroom aides, and other support staff. Faculty professional development continues to be a vital component of school improvement. With a continual focus on a student-engage in professional workshops and activities that contribute to their growth as educators. Faculty members meet and collaborate on a weekly basis to evaluate progress toward identified student and school goals.
Athletic Program
Students also are able to participate in diocesan-coordinated athletics programs as a means to their well-rounded development - in mind, body and spirit. Competitive athletic programs are available to boys and girls in fifth through eighth grades in various sports, provided they maintain an establishment minimum academic standing defined in the School Handbook.
Alumni Success
Additionally, graduates of St. Casimir School consistently perform well in high school and college, and many are among the top students in their classes. Many alumni have become successful and contributing members of Hammond community and beyond. It is no secret that many alumni attribute much of their success to the strong foundation they received at St. Casimir.
Catholic School
4329 Cameron Avenue Hammond, IN 46327
219-932-2686
219-932-2686