Elementary School 3-5
At La Salle Academy, students in grades 3-5 experience a comprehensive and faith-based education within self-contained classrooms. In these grades, they deepen their understanding of Catholic teachings through prayer, Bible studies, and sacramental preparation. The academic curriculum includes advanced literacy and communication skills in language arts, complex mathematical concepts in math, scientific inquiry in life, earth, and physical sciences, and a broad understanding of history, geography, and civic principles in social studies. Enrichment activities in art, music, physical education, technology, and library skills further support their holistic development. With the guidance of dedicated homeroom teachers, students receive a nurturing and structured environment that fosters both academic excellence and spiritual growth.
See below for details on the individual grade.
Click on the class below to learn more about their curriculum for the year:
3rd Grade
Third Grade Curriculum at La Salle Academy
Religion
In third grade, our religion curriculum continues to build a strong foundation in Catholic faith, focusing on deeper understanding and application of religious teachings.
- Prayer: Deepening the practice of traditional prayers and introducing spontaneous prayer.
- Bible Stories: Studying the parables and miracles of Jesus.
- Sacraments: Understanding the Eucharist and the Mass in greater detail.
- Liturgical Year: Exploring the significance of the liturgical seasons and holy days.
- Moral Development: Emphasizing the Ten Commandments, Beatitudes, and virtues in daily life.
- Text Book Curriculum: Sadlier Religion: We Believe
Language Arts
Our third-grade language arts program enhances reading, writing, and communication proficiency.
- Reading: Developing comprehension skills, reading fluency, and critical thinking through diverse genres.
- Writing: Writing multi-paragraph essays, narrative stories, reports, and learning advanced grammar and punctuation.
- Speaking and Listening: Strengthening oral communication skills through presentations, group discussions, and dramatic readings.
Mathematics
The third-grade math curriculum introduces more complex concepts and problem-solving strategies.
- Number Sense: Understanding place value up to thousands, and rounding numbers.
- Operations: Mastery of addition, subtraction, introduction to multiplication and division.
- Fractions and Decimals: Basic understanding of fractions and introduction to decimals.
- Geometry: Identifying and classifying shapes, understanding perimeter, area, and volume.
- Measurement: Working with standard units of measurement, telling time, and using money.
- Problem-Solving: Applying mathematical concepts to real-world situations and multi-step problems.
Science
Our science curriculum fosters curiosity and scientific thinking through hands-on learning.
- Life Science: Studying ecosystems, plant and animal adaptations, and human body systems.
- Earth Science: Exploring rocks, minerals, soil, and the water cycle.
- Physical Science: Understanding force, motion, energy, and simple machines.
- Scientific Inquiry: Conducting experiments, making hypotheses, and analyzing results.
Social Studies
Social studies in third grade help students understand their community, country, and world.
- Community and Government: Learning about local, state, and national government structures and functions.
- Geography: Advanced map skills, studying regions of the United States, and understanding global geography.
- History: Exploring early American history, significant historical events, and important figures.
- Economics: Understanding basic economic principles, including supply and demand, and the role of consumers and producers.
Enrichment Activities
We offer a variety of enrichment activities to support well-rounded development.
- Art: Exploring various art techniques and mediums, fostering creativity and expression.
- Music: Advancing musical knowledge, learning to play instruments, and participating in choir.
- Physical Education: Promoting physical health, teamwork, and sportsmanship through various physical activities.
- Technology: Enhancing computer skills, internet safety, and introductory coding and programming.
- Library: Encouraging a love for reading, teaching research skills, and understanding literature.
4th Grade
Fourth Grade Curriculum at La Salle Academy
Religion
In fourth grade, our religion curriculum deepens the students' understanding of Catholic beliefs and practices, encouraging them to live out their faith daily.
- Prayer: Enhancing personal prayer life and learning new prayers, including the Rosary.
- Bible Stories: Delving into the stories of the Old and New Testament with a focus on their lessons and applications.
- Sacraments: A deeper exploration of the Sacraments, particularly the Eucharist and Reconciliation.
- Liturgical Year: Understanding the significance of the liturgical seasons and major feast days.
- Moral Education: Studying the Ten Commandments, the Beatitudes, and the Works of Mercy, and applying them to daily life.
- Text Book Curriculum: Sadlier Religion: We Believe
Language Arts
Our fourth-grade language arts program aims to refine reading, writing, and communication skills.
- Reading: Improving comprehension, critical thinking, and fluency through a variety of literary genres.
- Writing: Writing multi-paragraph essays, narratives, expository pieces, and reports, with a focus on structure, grammar, and punctuation.
- Speaking and Listening: Enhancing public speaking skills through presentations, debates, and group discussions.
Mathematics
The fourth-grade math curriculum builds on previous knowledge and introduces more complex mathematical concepts.
- Number Sense: Understanding large numbers, place value, and the relationship between fractions and decimals.
- Operations: Mastery of multiplication and division, introduction to multi-digit operations.
- Fractions and Decimals: Comparing, adding, subtracting, and understanding the use of fractions and decimals in real-life contexts.
- Geometry: Understanding properties of geometric shapes, symmetry, and basic geometric constructions.
- Measurement: Working with different units of measure, including metric and customary units, and understanding concepts of area and perimeter.
- Problem-Solving: Applying mathematical concepts to complex, real-world problems.
Science
Our science curriculum encourages a deeper exploration of scientific principles through inquiry-based learning.
- Life Science: Studying ecosystems, food chains, plant and animal life cycles, and human body systems.
- Earth Science: Exploring Earth's layers, weather patterns, natural resources, and conservation.
- Physical Science: Understanding the principles of force, motion, energy, and matter.
- Scientific Inquiry: Conducting experiments, forming hypotheses, collecting data, and drawing conclusions.
Social Studies
Social studies in fourth grade provide a comprehensive understanding of the students' state and its role in the broader world.
- State History: Learning about the history, geography, and culture of the students' home state.
- Government and Civics: Understanding state and local government structures and the importance of civic responsibility.
- Geography: Advanced map skills, studying U.S. regions, and their characteristics.
- Economics: Basic economic concepts, including trade, industry, and resources specific to their state.
Enrichment Activities
We offer a variety of enrichment activities to support a well-rounded education.
- Art: Exploring different art forms and techniques, and studying famous artists and their works.
- Music: Advancing musical skills, learning to play instruments, and participating in choir or band.
- Physical Education: Encouraging physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship through various activities and sports.
- Technology: Building on computer skills, internet research, and basic coding and programming.
- Library: Promoting a love for reading, research skills, and an understanding of various literary genres.
5th Grade
Fifth Grade Curriculum at La Salle Academy
Religion
In fifth grade, our religion curriculum emphasizes a deeper understanding of Catholic doctrine and the development of a personal relationship with God.
- Prayer: Expanding knowledge of traditional prayers and encouraging personal prayer and reflection. Learning about devotions to Mary by praying the Angelus and the Memorare.
- Bible Studies: In-depth exploration of key biblical stories and their moral lessons.
- Sacraments: Comprehensive study of all seven sacraments, with a focus on their meaning and importance in daily life.
- Liturgical Year: Detailed study of the liturgical calendar, including major feasts, solemnities, and the significance of each season.
- Moral Theology: Learning about the moral teachings of the Church, including the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy, and the fruits of the Holy Spirit.
- Text Book Curriculum: Sadlier Religion: We Believe
Language Arts
Our fifth-grade language arts program aims to enhance literacy skills, fostering a love for reading and effective communication.
- Reading: Developing advanced comprehension and analytical skills through diverse literary genres, including fiction, non-fiction, poetry, and drama.
- Writing: Writing structured essays, research papers, creative stories, and journal entries, with a focus on grammar, punctuation, and editing.
- Speaking and Listening: Strengthening public speaking skills through presentations, group discussions, and honing active listening abilities.
Mathematics
The fifth-grade math curriculum introduces more complex mathematical concepts and problem-solving techniques.
- Number Sense: Understanding place value, prime numbers, factors, and multiples.
- Operations: Mastery of multi-digit multiplication and division, and operations with fractions and decimals.
- Fractions and Decimals: Adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions and decimals.
- Geometry: Exploring properties of shapes, angles, symmetry, and basic geometric constructions.
- Measurement: Working with various units of measure, understanding volume, area, and perimeter.
- Data and Probability: Interpreting graphs and charts, and understanding basic concepts of probability.
Science
Our science curriculum fosters a deeper understanding of scientific principles through hands-on experiments and inquiry-based learning.
- Life Science: Studying ecosystems and biodiversity.
- Earth Science: Exploring geological processes, the water cycle, weather patterns, and natural resources. Also studying volcanoes and tornadoes.
- Physical Science: Understanding principles of matter, energy, force, and motion.
- Scientific Inquiry: Conducting experiments, forming hypotheses, collecting and analyzing data, and drawing conclusions.
Social Studies
Social studies in fifth grade provides a comprehensive understanding of American history, geography, and government.
- American History: Exploring early American history, the founding of the United States, and exploration into the Native Americans, European Explorers, and the formation of the colonies in America by the French, British, and Spanish. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the events before, during and after the Revolutionary War.
- Government and Civics: Understanding the structure and functions of the federal government, and the importance of civic responsibility. An in-depth analysis of our country's founding documents (Declaration of Independence, US Constitution, and Bill of Rights).
- Geography: Advanced map skills, studying the physical and political geography of the United States and the world.
Enrichment Activities
We offer a variety of enrichment activities to support a well-rounded education.
- Art: Exploring different art techniques and mediums, studying famous artists, and creating original works of art.
- Music: Advancing musical knowledge, learning to play instruments, and participating in choir or band.
- Physical Education: Promoting physical fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship through various activities and sports.
- Technology: Building on computer skills, internet research, basic coding, and understanding digital citizenship.
- Library: Encouraging a love for reading, research skills, and familiarity with various literary genres.