Elementary

Grades 1-5 at Holy Cross Lutheran School

Our School’s Mission & Vision

Christian Faith and Challenging Academics

The mission of Holy Cross Lutheran School is to provide a Christ-centered, nurturing ministry for children and their families, with an emphasis on academic excellence.

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Elementary

Holy Cross Lutheran School places an emphasis on academic excellence and on the teaching of the Christian faith. Our curriculum is challenging, yet flexible, and is designed to meet or exceed the standards set by the State of Indiana. Our teachers are dedicated to providing this excellence in an atmosphere of personal warmth and Christian love, recognizing the individuality of each child and encouraging each child to reach their full potential.

Curriculum

The curriculum includes:

Religion

Lutheran Curriculum
Bible stories and Bible study
Worship experiences/Chapel
Mission education
Memory work
Religious songs
Application to real life values

Language Arts

Scott Foresman “Reading Street” Curriculum
Quality children’s literature
Leveled reading activities
English grammar
Spelling
Writing
Handwriting
Drama/Reader’s Theater
Speaking and Listening skills
Independent Reading
Accelerated Reader/technology based reading assessment

Math

“Everyday Math” (for grades K-3) and Houghton Mifflin Math (grades 4-5) curriculum designed to enable children to learn more mathematical content and become lifelong mathematical thinkers.
Numbers and Numeration
Operations and Computation
Patterns, Functions and Algebra
Geometry
Measurement and Reference Frames
Data and Chance
Experiential activities using a variety of manipulative materials
Math Pentathlon games and Math Pentathlon Club

Science

Life Sciences
Earth Sciences
Physical Sciences
Space & Technology
The curriculum provides inquiry-rich content and activities, experimentation and field trips for hands-on learning. It also provides cross-curricular connections and leveled readers that link reading and science skills (Mystery Science). Our young scientists study all of these concepts within the context that God is the creator of all things.

Social Studies

Communities and their Institutions
People and Cultures
Indiana History
United States History
World and Early Civilization History
Teacher-led discussions and current events and provide cross-curricular connections linking reading, as well as religion and character education. Children learn that respect, caring, responsibility, fairness, courage, and honesty are all important characteristics in being a member of a community. Additional publications such as Weekly Reader, Scholastic News and Time for Kids are utilized in some classrooms.

Foreign Language

Introduction to Spanish language and culture

Art

Activities include the study of major artists and styles, exploration of various art mediums, and art appreciation

Music

Musical concepts, singing, music appreciation, rhythm and rhythm instruments
Choir for all grade levels
Band for 5th grade

Technology

Computers and technology use in many curricular areas
Keyboarding
Word Processing
Powerpoint
Internet

Technology Student Standards

Digital Citizenship
Computative Thinking
Creative Communication
Global Collaboration
Empowered Learner
Innovative Designer
Knowledge Constructor

Physical Education

Introduction to personal physical fitness and health. Group activities, cooperation, rules and guidelines for fair play. Physical activity for personal enjoyment, recreational opportunities, individual and team sports.