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Elementary School

Holy Cross Lutheran School has expanded our school ministry to include an elementary school through 8th grade.

This is an exciting development in the history of our church and school as we extend our outreach, and provide an academically excellent, Christ-centered education to even more families in our community. Holy Cross Lutheran School is the only Lutheran School on the north side of Indianapolis.

Curriculum

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.

The curriculum includes:

Religion

Voyages 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 assessments

Math

"Everyday Math" curriculum designed to enable children in elementary grades to learn more mathematical content and become lifelong mathematical thinkers. The program includes:

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

Topics include Life, Earth and Physical Sciences, as well as Space and 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 in each chapter of the text (Scott Foresman.) Our young scientists study all of these concepts within the context that God is the creator of all things.

Social Studies

Topics include communities and their institutions, people and cultures, Indiana, the United States, the world and early civilizations. Teacher-led discussions, current events and the text (Scott Foresman) 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

Technology

Computers and technology use in many curricular areas

Keyboarding

Word Processing

Power Point

Internet

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.

Study Trip Experiences

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Elementary Grading Scale

A 100-96 %

A- 95-93 %

B+ 92-90 %

B 89-87 %

B- 86-84 %

C+ 83-81 %

C 80-77 %

C- 76-74 %

D+ 73-71 %