Academics
Common Core
From the California Department of Education Website:
"Educational standards describe what students should know and be able to do in each subject in each grade. In California, the State Board of Education decides on the standards for all students, from kindergarten through high school.
Since 2010, 45 states have adopted the same standards for English and math. These standards are called the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Having the same standards helps all students get a good education... Teachers, parents, and education experts designed the standards to prepare students for success in college and the workplace."
"Educational standards describe what students should know and be able to do in each subject in each grade. In California, the State Board of Education decides on the standards for all students, from kindergarten through high school.
Since 2010, 45 states have adopted the same standards for English and math. These standards are called the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Having the same standards helps all students get a good education... Teachers, parents, and education experts designed the standards to prepare students for success in college and the workplace."
Standards Based Grading (TK-4)
St. Bernard is currently employing a grading system using Standards-Based report cards fro grades TK – 4th. Learn more about it in the video above, made by the LA Archdiocese.
Leveled Classes and Google Classroom (5-8)
In 5th through 8th Grade, we use standard grading to prepare our students for high school! Here is how we currently have our 5th-8th Grade structured:
5th Grade Homeroom/5th-8th Grade Social Studies
6th Grade Homeroom/5th-8th Grade Math
7th Grade Homeroom/5th-8th Grade Science
8th Grade Homeroom/5th-8th Grade English & Language Arts
We use Google Classroom as a way to give students Homework and assignments from class. Click the link to access Google Classroom!
5th Grade Homeroom/5th-8th Grade Social Studies
6th Grade Homeroom/5th-8th Grade Math
7th Grade Homeroom/5th-8th Grade Science
8th Grade Homeroom/5th-8th Grade English & Language Arts
We use Google Classroom as a way to give students Homework and assignments from class. Click the link to access Google Classroom!
STAR Testing
Star Assessments are short tests that provide teachers with learning data. Star tests are computer adaptive, which means they adjust to each answer your child provides. This helps teachers get the best data to help your child in the shortest amount of testing time. Your child may take a Star test for early literacy, math, or reading.
Teachers analyze the data they get from Star Assessments to learn what students already know and what they are ready to learn next, to monitor student growth, and to determine which students may need additional help. Star Assessments are heavily researched and scientifically proven to help teachers guide each student on his or her unique path to mastery.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to call the office or speak with one of our faculty members!
Teachers analyze the data they get from Star Assessments to learn what students already know and what they are ready to learn next, to monitor student growth, and to determine which students may need additional help. Star Assessments are heavily researched and scientifically proven to help teachers guide each student on his or her unique path to mastery.
If you have any questions, do not hesitate to call the office or speak with one of our faculty members!
