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The curriculum of a school is central to the instructional
program. Blessed Trinity's curriculum is based on the tenets of its
mission statement and on the need of our learners, their families, our
three sponsoring parishes, and our larger community. Our curriculum
strives to meet the needs of the whole child, including his or her
intellectual, spiritual, emotional, psychological and physical demands.
By virtue of being a state-accredited school, our curriculum has been
reviewed and approved by the Minnesota Non-Public School Accrediting
Association (MNSAA). Teachers are state-certified in their
particular grades or subject areas.
Learners needing special help have the services of the Richfield Public
School Special Education department and Title One services.
We are proud of our curriculum and are pleased to report graduation
examination scores well above the state average in reading and
mathematics. Our commitment is strong that Blessed Trinity graduates
are well prepared for the educational experiences which lie ahead.
Following are summaries of Blessed Trinity curriculum by
grade level.
Kindergarten | Grade 1
| Grade 2 | Grade 3 | Grades
4-5 | Middle School, Grades 6-8
Kindergarten
Prepares children for school success by developing their skills as
learners. An emphasis in social skill development is incorporated
into the program. Other Kindergarten highlights:
 | The McGraw-Hill Reading Program emphasizes beginning &
ending sounds and high-frequency words |
| Math Their Way, a concept and performance-based program which
builds on the child's natural sense of order and patterning |
| Religion based on the child's place among all of God's creation |
| Social studies program centers around the child's family and
community |
| Science program is a hands-on experience that allows the child to
explore their environment |
| Specialist-taught classes in music, art and physical education |
| Computer-based education integrated into curriculum |
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Grade 1
Continues to develop the child's learning skills. The curriculum
includes:
| Literature-based language arts program from McGraw-Hill which
utilizes a firm phonetic base while introducing the child to
high-interest literature |
| Mathematics curriculum employs the National Council of Teachers
of Mathematics (NCTM) standards |
| Religion based on the child's relationship with God as manifested
through his or her relationship with family |
| Social studies and science |
| Specialist-taught classes in music, art and physical education |
| Computer use integrated into everyday learning of students |
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Grade 2
| Literature-based language arts program with a strong phonetic base |
| Religion instruction centers around the child's interaction with
community and God's influence upon that interaction |
| Mathematics |
| Science and social studies |
| Specialist-taught classes in music, art and physical education |
| Computer use integrated into everyday learning of students |
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Grade 3
Varied and diverse, basic learning units are based on the child's interest
at this age. Coursework includes:
| Mathematics |
| Literature/Language Arts |
| Religion |
| Science and Social Studies |
| Music, Art and Physical Education |
| Computer use integrated into everyday learning of students |
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Grades 4 and 5
Provides for more independent learning activities and interdependence
upon group learning. Students are more involved in projects and
experimental activities. Subjects include:
| Mathematics |
| Literature/Language Arts |
| Religion |
| Science and Social Studies |
| Music, Art and Physical Education |
| Computer use integrated into everyday learning of students |
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Middle School, Grades 6-8
Incorporates the philosophy of middle school education. Students
are given more choices in their learning environment and encouraged to
discover their own learning styles and interests. Learn
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| Religion moves beyond the individual to service in the larger
community |
| Mathematics taught by specialist |
| Literature |
| Language Arts |
| Religion |
| Science taught by specialist |
| Social Studies taught by specialist |
| Spanish |
A series of electives and other opportunities are available through
both Blessed Trinity and the Academy of Holy Angels. The AHA courses
are marked with an asterisk (*). More
about Enhancements!
| Art |
Home Economics* |
| Band* |
Physical Education |
| Family Circle (inter-grade-level projects) |
Industrial Arts* |
| Foreign Language Survey* (Russian, French, German) |
Camp St. Croix (High Ropes & Climbing Wall
Adventure) |
| Hispanic Culture |
Keyboarding |
| General Music |
Theater |
| Media and Public Speaking |
Robotics |
| Vocal Performance |
Environmental Camp at Camp St. Croix |
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