Roncalli Elementary School offers an excellent academic program in a caring, Christian environment. Our children learn the basics of Roman Catholicism as well as language arts (reading, language, spelling and writing), mathematics, social studies and science.
To provide each child with a positive educational experience and to develop a good self-image is the goal of our program. We strive to build good attitudes in the children. We seek to help them be aware of the presence of God in their daily lives and to grow spiritually, physically, emotionally and socially at their own levels of learning.
A holistic approach to language development provides our children with an understanding of language and integrates the various elements of communication with all the disciplines. Our language arts curriculum fosters an appreciation of the beauty of the English language.
Our students acquire computational skills and an understanding of the basic processes. Manipulatives are used to further their mastering of the concepts of number theory, fractions, measurements, the decimal system and geometry.
Our curriculum emphasizes moral and ethical decision-making. It includes the development of scientific knowledge and skills with an emphasis on hands-on experiences.
We encourage and enable children to observe, question, research and solve scientific problems.
Because computers are an essential tool, we integrate them in all curricular areas. We teach proper care and usage. We strive for creativity, initiative and problem solving in our program. The emphasis is on keyboarding and word processing.
Our curriculum includes knowledge of basic theory and an understanding of the aesthetic and cultural aspects of music. This foundation provides the context for a life-long process of music appreciation.
Our art program provides teaching in four different areas: art production, aesthetics, art criticism and art history.
Participation in physical activities contributes to the development of self-confidence, cognitive skills, social skills and an appreciation of God's gift of life.
Jesus promoted wellness in that a healthy life-style is the right and responsibility of each individual to choose behaviors that promote well-being. Through critical thinking, decision-making and problem-solving skills, our students gain control of their life now and in the future.
Choosing right and responsible behavior is the basis of the human sexuality program in our schools. Biological information is integrated with the Catholic Christian tradition regarding the dignity of the human person.