St. Mary’s School offers a curriculum that prepares students for the next academic level and for life in general. Based on the standards of the State of New York and the standards of the Diocese of Buffalo, our curriculum promotes growth academically, spiritually, emotionally, physically and socially.
Combined with a low student-teacher ratio, St. Mary’s School provides a learning environment that facilitates and encourages independent thinking, problem solving and intellectual curiosity at all levels of learning.
The structured curriculum challenges students in a comfortable environment and gives students an expansive foundation in the major academic disciplines, religion and the visual and performing arts
Religion
- Catholic doctrine and tradition
- Social Justice
- Preparation for the reception of the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist
- Liturgical Services are held regularly for Levels one through eight and for the entire student body on First Friday, holy days and for special events.
Language Arts
- Reading
- Literature
- Composition
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
- Research Skills
- Speech
Mathematics (based on NYS Standards)
- Computation
- Problem Solving
- Mathematical Reasoning
- Hands on Equations (primary grades)
- Pre-Algebra concepts (levels 3-6)
- Algebra (levels 7-8)
Science
- General sciences K-5
- Earth, Life and Physical Science 6-8
- Laboratory experiences K-8
Social Studies
- History
- Geography
- Political science
- Economics
- Current events
- World Cultures
Foreign Language (K-8)
Technology (K-8)
- Basic operations and concepts
- Internet Safety
- Technology as communication
- Technology productivity tools
- Technology research tools
- Social, ethical, and human issues related to the use of technology
- Curriculum integration of technology
Fine Arts (K-8)
- Music
- Music history
- Studio art
- Art history
- Arts exploration program through Sacred Heart School for the Arts (music, dance and drama)
Physical Education (K-8)
Religion
- Catholic doctrine and tradition
- Social Justice
- Preparation for the reception of the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist
- Liturgical Services are held regularly for Levels one through eight and for the entire student body on First Friday, holy days and for special events.
