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Elementary (K-5) ->
Kindergarten
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KINDERGARTEN
Grade Level Expectations
These
are the core grade level expectations based on the McRel standards and
benchmarks that should be taught during kindergarten and represent what
a student will learn. They are written from the student point of view.
Local sites may add additional grade level expectations to correspond
with their curriculum. These grade level expectations are aligned with
McRel standards and the standards-based progress report. The number
listed is in reference to McRel 3rd edition; the number listed for
Religion standard is in reference to By
Their Fruits You Shall Know Them, Lorraine Ozar. Not all
standards are addressed at every grade level which is appropriate
considering a student’s development.
* = referenced in Progress
Report
RELIGION
1.
Reads,
interprets, and applies Scripture to life.
(1.1)
Relates
the events of everyday life to the biblical stories of Jesus
(1.2)
Recognizes
that God’s special book is the Bible
(1.3) Participates
in discussion*
3. Illustrates
basic understanding of Catholic dogma and doctrine in light of the
“Catechism for the Catholic Church.”
(3.1)
Increases
knowledge about God and one’s friendship with Jesus
(3.2)
Recognizes
the members of the Holy Family
(3.3)
Understands
that Mary is the Mother of Jesus and also our mother
(3.4) Recognizes
that the church is God’s family; God is Creator and a loving parent.
5. Makes moral
decisions consistent with Church teachings.
(5.1)
Recognizes
the differences between right and wrong
7. Acknowledges
and affirms the diverse cultural expressions of Catholicism.
(7.1)
Recognizes
that God made each person different and that our differences make each
of us special and unique
8. Applies
Catholic principles to interpersonal relations (e.g., family, peers,
work, society, Church, etc.)
(8.1)
Practices
Christian action toward others*
(8.2) Is
willing to help*
11. Critiques
societal structures in light of Catholic social justice principles and
apply to social and personal situations.
(11.1)
Practices
Christian action toward others*
(11.2)
Recognizes
the many gifts, talents and abilities that God has provided each of us
and that it is important to take care of one’s body.
(11.3)
Recognizes
that God’s gift of being created as a boy or a girl is special and good
12. Engages in
service to the community (e.g., family, parish, local, national and
global) in response to the Gospel call.
(12.1)
Practices
Christian action toward others*
13. Exercises
responsible stewardship for the gift of creation.
(13.1)
Practices
Christian action toward others*
(13.2) Understands
that the five senses help one to appreciate and experience a sense of
joy and wonder of God’s creation
(13.3) Understands
that being a good steward means caring for and not harming animals and
plants that are part of God’s creation
17. Uses a
variety of prayer forms (e.g., traditional, spontaneous, devotional,
multicultural) to enrich and express personal and communal spirituality.
(17.1)
Experiences
a sense of joy, wonder, and discovery in prayer, work and play (17.2) Develops
a sense of prayer and celebration of God’s gifts.
(17.3) Recognizes
that prayer is a special way to talk to God
(17.4) Can
recite and use the designated prayers and gestures: Sign of the Cross,
Our Father, Hail Mary and Grace Before Meals* and other prayers of
cultural/liturgical significance as designated by the local site
19.
Demonstrates an understanding of liturgical seasons and feasts.
(19.1)
Increases
knowledge of Church’s liturgical seasons of Advent, Christmas, Lent and
Easter
(19.2) Understands
that the church year celebrates the life of Jesus and includes special
days to honor Mary and other holy people
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LANGUAGE
ARTS
Writing
1. Uses general skills and strategies of the writing
process
(1.1)
Dictates language as adult
prints and
reads it aloud
(1.2) Dictates or writes stories with
beginning, middle and
end
(1.3) Applies letters/sounds to
journal
writing*
2. Uses stylistic and rhetorical techniques
in written compositions
(2.1)
Recognizes and prints own name
without a model*
(2.2) Recites name, address, phone
number
and birthday*
(2.3) Writes composition to convey
basic
ideas
3. Uses grammatical and mechanical
conventions in written composition
(3.1) Forms
letters correctly when
printing*
Reading
5. Uses general skills and strategies of the reading
process
(5.1)
Matches upper and lower case
letters*
(5.2) Understands left to right
progression*
(5.3) Identifies initial, middle, and
final
consonant
sounds*
(5.4) Recognizes rhyming words*
(5.5) Understands consonant sounds*
(5.6) Understands that letters and
letter
sounds form
spoken and written words
(5.7) Blends sounds (phonemes) to
make
spoken words
(5.8) Demonstrates comprehension
through
the sequence of
pictures
(5.9) Follows one and two step
directions
(5.10) Engages in daily, shared
reading
(5.11) Uses picture clues and
captions for
reading
comprehension
6. Uses reading skills and strategies to
understand and interpret a
variety of literary works
(6.1)
ªTells a story verbally,
in picture
writing, or using
inventive spelling*
(6.2) Orally shares ideas and
experiences
with others*
(6.3) Communicates in front of a
group*
(6.4) Comprehends basic plot of
simple
stories
Listening
and Speaking
8. Uses listening and speaking strategies for
different purposes; listens actively*
(8.1) Makes
relevant contribution in
class
and group
discussions
(8.2) Asks questions to help clear up
personal confusion
about a topic
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MATH
2. Concept of Numbers - Understands and applies
basic and advanced properties of the concept of numbers
(2.1)
Recognizes, writes and counts
(one-to-one
correspondence) through number 20* (2.2) Solves
problems by collecting
data,
making a graph
and reading a graph*
(2.3) Can count by fives*
(2.4) Can count by tens*
(2.5) Writes a number sentence*
(2.6) Solves a number sentence using
manipulatives*
(2.7) Understands that a number is a
symbol
3. Computation - Uses basic and advanced
procedures while performing
the process of computation
(3.1)
Estimates by giving sensible
answers
(3.2) Identifies objects that show
halves
(3.3) Adds two numbers to reach a sum
of six
(3.4) Subtracts numbers from six
(3.5) Identifies coins (penny,
nickel,
dime, quarter) and
count money up to 12 cents*
(3.6) Can identify right hand and
left hand*
4. Measurement - Understands and applies
basic and advanced properties
of the concept of measurement
(4.1) Tells
time to the nearest hour*
5. Geometry - Understands and applies basic
and advanced properties of
the concepts of geometry
(5.1)
Identifies and classifies
objects by
shape*
(5.2) Recognizes and continues a
pattern*
(5.3) Creates own patterns*
6. Data analysis - Understands and applies basic and advanced concepts
of statistics and data analysis
(6.1)
Understands and uses simple
graphs
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SCIENCE/HEALTH
- listed by strands
1. Earth and
Space
(1.1)
Recognizes
the weather of each season
(1.2) Explains
how weather affects what we wear
2. Life
Science
(2.1)
Describes
and distinguishes between the five senses
(2.2) Observes
and recognizes changes in living things
3.
Physical
Science
(3.1) Makes
sensible predictions
4. Nature
of
Science and Technology
(4.1)
Examines
objects with a hands-on approach
(4.2) Use early
childhood tools for investigation
(4.3) Recognizes
the difference between objects designed by nature and those designed by
humans
5. Health
(5.1) Knows
community resources
(5.2) Identifies
and shares feelings
(5.3) Knows how
to recognize and respond to emergencies
(5.4) Knows and
understands simple safety rules
Progress
report descriptors deal with relevant concepts studied, sharing ideas,
handling materials*
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SOCIAL
STUDIES - listed by strands
1. Civics
(1.1)
Demonstrates respect for rights
of
others, property
and authority
(1.2) Establishes healthy
relationships
with family,
friends and community helpers
(1.3) Is aware of safety rules in
regard to
fire,
strangers, ambulance and substance abuse
(1.4) Demonstrates polite manners
(1.5) Assumes responsibility for
personal
learning and
behavior
(1.6) Knows the concepts of justice,
fairness, and
respecting others
2.
Economics
(2.1)
Understands that people need to
make
choices
(2.2) Understands that there are
different
occupations and
that men or women can choose them
(2.3) Knows that goods and services
have a
price
3.
Geography
(3.1)
Verbalizes address, phone
number and
birth date
(3.2) Understands ways in which
people
depend on physical
environment
(3.3) Knows locations of basic places
in
their lives, i.e.,
home, church, grocery store, school, etc.
(3.4) Knows different forms of
transportation
(3.5) Knows ways people solve
problems
cooperatively
4.
Historical
Understanding
(4.1)
Understands the need for rules
(4.2) Understands that people solve
common
problems by
cooperating
(4.3) Understands calendar in days
and weeks
(4.4) Knows family history and
traditions
Progress
report
descriptors deal with relevant concepts studied and sharing ideas*
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GUIDANCE/HUMAN
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT - listed by strands
1. Working with Others
(1.1)
Contributes to the overall
effort of
a group
(1.2) Uses conflict-resolution
techniques
(1.3) Works well with diverse
individuals
and in diverse
situations
(1.4) Displays effective
interpersonal
communication skills
(1.5) Demonstrates leadership skills
2.
Self-Regulation
(2.1) Sets
and manages goals
(2.2) Performs self-appraisal
(2.3) Considers risks
(2.4) Maintains a healthy self-concept
(2.5) Restrains impulsivity
3. Human
Growth and
Development - derived in part from Growing in Love, Harcourt Religion
Publishers
(3.1)
Understands that God made all
people
and all things;
each person is special
(3.2) Demonstrates
respect for all
classmates
(3.3) Understands tenets of a safe
environment
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ART
1. Understands and applies media techniques and
processes related to visual arts
(1.1)
Demonstrates craftsmanship by
coloring neatly,
drawing carefully and cutting paper neatly
(1.2) Properly uses and cares for art
materials*
(1.3) Enjoys using different art media
2. Knows how to use structures and
functions of art
(2.1)
Follows simple instructions,
but
maintains an
imagination while creating art*
3. Knows range of subject matter.
(3.1) Uses
art symbols to communicate
and
convey ideas
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SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL
GROWTH*
(All items are referenced on the progress report.)
1. Follows
directions
2. Listens well to others
3. Raises hand to speak
4. Shares ideas freely
5. Accepts responsibility for actions
6. Works and plays well with others
7. Acts appropriately in group
activities
8. Works well independently
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FINE
MOTOR SKILLS*
(All items are referenced on the progress report.)
1.
Completes work neatly
2. Uses scissors with ease
3. Uses glue correctly
4. Can tie shoes
5. Holds pencil and crayon correctly
6. Draws the following basic shapes:
square, rectangle,
circle, oval, triangle, diamond
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