Transitional Kindergarten & Kindergarten
Transitional Kindergarten (TK)
The TK program offers our little learners the opportunity to grow, develop and gently push themselves toward Kindergarten "readiness." In TK, we enjoy physical play and plenty of body movement throughout our day that strengthens our large motor skills. We focus on assorted activities using fine muscle control such as: cutting, coloring, gluing, and paper-folding, as we participate in our daily art activities. Key curriculum components of our day include: hands-on math, literacy, science, art and creativity, play, Spanish, music, and a faith journey that will ensure our needs will be met as we take on obstacles and challenges in our lives. Most importantly, in TK our two little ears will learn to hear God’s Word. Our two little eyes will learn to see God’s love. Our two little hands will be lifted up to God as we learn to pray, play, and work with others.
Kindergarten
The St. Rose Kindergarten program offers a comprehensive educational experience, blending academic rigor with play and socialization. Children engage in hands-on learning across all subjects. We prioritize recognizing and supporting individual learning styles, to create a positive environment. Our commitment extends to ensuring academic advancement and igniting a genuine passion.
Our kindergarten holds the belief that each child is a unique gift from God. Throughout the day, kindergarten students engage in various forms of prayer. The curriculum is designed to impart knowledge about God's love and the teachings of the Catholic Church through the exploration of Bible stories. Additionally, students have the opportunity to attend Mass alongside their 8th-grade buddies, further enriching their understanding of the Catholic faith and creating a sense of community within the school.
Our Language Arts instruction is rooted in the science of reading, incorporating essential components such as: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. These elements are seamlessly woven into the curriculum through engaging methods including: songs, chants, and teacher-guided reading and writing instruction.
To cater to diverse learning needs, students actively participate in both whole-class and small group settings, fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. As part of our commitment to literacy development, kindergarten students will embark on three fun and interactive book reports throughout the academic year.
In our math program, kindergarten students engage in daily activities, games, and hands-on exploration of manipulatives. They learn to write numbers up to 100, skip count, and build number sense through comparisons, along with simple addition and subtraction. Our approach aims to foster a solid mathematical foundation in an interactive and enjoyable learning environment.
In kindergarten, students develop an understanding of good citizenship through the learning and application of essential rules. They also explore historical figures, gaining insights into earlier lifestyles to foster an early understanding of societal dynamics and historical context. To celebrate the 100th day, students engage in activities such as dressing up as if they are 100 years old and playing games from bygone eras, which adds a fun and interactive dimension to their learning experience.
In kindergarten science class, students engage in hands-on exploration to discover basic scientific concepts. Through age-appropriate experiments and activities, they learn about nature, seasons, animals, and fundamental scientific principles. Our goal is to foster a love for science early on, by creating an interactive and positive learning environment.