Curriculum

Our Lady of Sorrows School strives to provide our students with a learning environment and experiences that effectively develop their academic skills and Catholic faith.

We offer a challenging curriculum taught by dedicated and experienced faculty for Pre-K through grade 8. Class size is small, allowing for a nurturing environment where teachers and members of the administration can respond to the needs of the students.

The administration and faculty are committed to providing each student with an excellent education, grounded in core skills and enriched by programs in technology, the arts, and science.

Early Childhood Program

Our Lady of Sorrows offers a full-day early childhood program for Pre-K/3, Pre-K/4, and Kindergarten. Our emphasis is on building literacy skills, with a focus on phonics. Both Pre-K and Kindergarten use interactive technology for reading and writing on a daily basis. Our early childhood program also focuses on socialization and developmental skills.

Social Studies

With an emphasis on information literacy, students explore various events in American history and cultures around the globe. The end goal is to develop critical thinking skills.

Science Lab

Students engage in hands-on experiments in a dedicated science lab. Utilizing select software programs for the life sciences, students also conduct research in the computer lab on the solar system and other related science topics.

Title 1 Services

Remediation in math and reading, English as a Second Language, and counseling/psychological services are offer through Title 1.

Physical Education

Students receive Physical Education instruction twice per week.

Math

Our math programs are designed to develop understanding of mathematical concepts and mastery of New York State Standards and Essential Leanings, utilizing specialized software.

Reading

We utilize language arts software and additional resources to enhance learning and to help students develop listening skills, comprehension and oral communication.

Religion

Students receive daily instruction by the faculty and attend Mass regularly. They also have an opportunity to train as alter servers.

Music

Students attend music classes weekly and participate in the choir for liturgies and seasonal concerts.

Technology Center

Students on all grade levels receive computer-based instruction in a curriculum-integrated computer lab. Additionally, about half of the classroom have Smart Boards for everyday use.

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