In kindergarten, we have many fun experiences where the children have ample opportunities to learn and grow. We focus on expanding the students love of learning, build upon their knowledge, and help them develop key socialization skills. In religion, we learn about our special relationship with Jesus, God, his Father, as well as about the Holy Family. We are also introduced to the church seasons and learn how to become more Christ like and closer to God. In ELA (English Language Arts) we focus on letters, their sounds, sight words, and read trade books that concentrate on early reading skills, such as comprehension skills and concepts of print. In math, we center our learning on skills and concepts that promote higher level thinking and focus on problem solving, number recognition, sorting, graphing etc. Throughout the school months we celebrate different holidays/occasions with the children. Some special days/events that take place in kindergarten are Johnny Appleseed Day, 100th Day of School celebration, and “Wacky Wednesday”, where we dress in a “wacky” way to celebrate the author, Dr. Seuss’ birthday.