Programs for Grades 1-5

This vital ministry continues the tradition of instructing our children in the fundamental dogmas of faith, doctrine, tradition, and scripture as we try to bring each child into a closer relationship with Jesus Christ. The focus is on prayer, learning, faith sharing, integration into daily life, and outreach.  

St. John’s offers a Traditional Classroom Instruction program, a Family Cluster model, an At-Home Lessons Program, and the online Project Nazareth: Faith Begins at Home program.

 

TRADITIONAL CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION MODEL
(GRADE 1-2 SACRAMENT PREPARATION*, GRADE 3-5)

• Choice of Sunday Morning or Wednesday Afternoon programs.
• Students meet with volunteer teachers in classrooms.
• Students follow a defined curriculum and are introduced to a safety program endorsed by the Office of Child Advocacy.
• Students are invited to participate in a grade-level liturgy during the year.
• A service project appropriate for all grades is part of your child’s experience. Parental support is requested.

*Children preparing for the Sacraments must enroll in the Traditional Classroom Instruction Model. Please see the First Reconciliation and First Communion Preparation (Grades 1 & 2) page for additional important information.

 

“SACRAMENT SUMMER BLAST” FOR RISING GRADE 2 STUDENTS

• This program is for rising 2nd graders to enhance their preparation for the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion.
• It is especially helpful for students who did not complete a Grade 1 program but are preparing to receive the sacraments in the upcoming year.  It will also be great for students who missed a number of 1st grade classes, or who could just use a refresher on the content.
• The program will reinforce the elements of our Grade 1 program and provide a strong foundation for sacrament preparation.
• Please note that this is an additional, supplemental offering – it does not replace our Grade 1 or Grade 2 programs.

This program is intergenerational learning for parents and children in Grades 3-8.  (This program is not available for students preparing for the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion – typically Grades 1 & 2 – who must enroll in our Classroom Instruction Program.)

Please visit the Family Cluster Model page for more information.

 

AT-HOME LESSON PROGRAM (GRADES 3-7)

We are happy to offer families the opportunity to facilitate our monthly Religious Education lessons in a safe, comfortable environment that works for their family. Our At-Home Lessons are available on the website for use at any time. Along with the lessons are resources and activities for each lesson topic. (This program is not available for students preparing for the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion – typically Grades 1 & 2 – who must enroll in our Classroom Instruction Program.)

 

PROJECT NAZARETH ONLINE PROGRAM (KINDERGARTEN, GRADES 3-5) 

“Project Nazareth: Faith Begins at Home” is an online program that delivers weekly resources to families with children in Kindergarten and for Grade 3-5.  (This program is not available for students preparing for the sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion – typically Grades 1 & 2 – who must enroll in our Classroom Instruction Program.)

Please visit the Project Nazareth: Faith Begins at Home page for more information.

 

OUR COLLABORATIVE SUNDAY 9am FAMILY MASS

Our Sunday 9am Family Mass is a family-centered liturgy that serves as the centerpiece of our Religious Education program for children in Grades 1-5, with the children central to and actively involved in all aspects of the Mass.  Regular and active participation in the Sunday Eucharist is central to our faith and a critical component of our Religious Education programs.

Please see our Sunday 9am Family Mass page for more information.