The St. Patrick Catholic School language arts curriculum enables the students to build effective written and verbal communication skills. Students are instructed in a small group atmosphere to promote individual growth. The K-6 program utilizes the Harcourt Trophies Series, while the 7-8 program uses a variety of resources based on the students' needs. Skills emphasized include the following:  D'Nealian Handwriting- Phonics
- Fluency
- Vocabulary development
- Various reading strategies
- Speaking and listening
- Reading comprehension
- Creative responses to literature
- Grammar and usage
- Writing for a variety of purposes and audiences
- Writing process which includes prewriting, drafting, editing, revising, and publishing
Students' assessments are aligned with district standards and benchmarks. Examples include:  Dibbels- Running records
- Reading probes
- Rubrics
- Book projects
- Comprehension checks
- Formal theme tests
- Daily performance
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