Academics in 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade
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6th Grade
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Faith FormationReligion in sixth grade is centered on the study of the Old Testament and Salvation History. Students are introduced to a variety of important concepts, such as covenant theology, in addition to reviewing basic Catholic teachings. Prayer life is important and students participate in the Living Stations during Lent.
Language Arts
In Language Arts, sixth graders read a variety of fiction and nonfiction works and learn how to combine reading and writing for research. Students also participate in a rigorous vocabulary and spelling curriculum.
Social Studies
Social Studies concentrates on ancient civilizations from Asia, North and South America, and Africa. Sixth grade students explore Math concepts such as fractions, decimals, geometry, expressions and equations, with content emphasis on rates, ratios, and proportions.
Math
The Envision Series helps elicit higher level thinking, while our online Exact Path Program provides individualized learning paths aligned to Indiana standards.
Science
In sixth grade, students expand their knowledge and use of the scientific process by forming and testing a hypothesis, conducting experiments, then using the data to create a Science Fair Project. Students also engage in STEM and Engineering Design Challenges throughout the year.
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7th & 8th Grade
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Faith FormationOur students prepare for the Sacrament of Confirmation throughout their seventh grade year, culminating in a spiritual journey toward the Sacrament in the fall of eighth grade. In addition to sacramental preparation, junior high students explore morality and ethics within the context of our Catholic faith. Class retreats are designed to encourage spirituality and class bonding and are always a memorable experience for all involved.
Service Learning
Seventh and eighth grade students are focused on making meaningful contributions of leadership and service to the school community and beyond. Many Junior High activities are Panther traditions and are designed to build fellowship, leadership skills, deepen faith and expand the mind. These include the Swamp Stomp, Annual Spaghetti Dinner, Service Projects and the class trip for Grade 8.
Math
The Junior High core curriculum expands to include Pre-Algebra (Grade 7) and Algebra (Grade 8), and we have utilized the Exact Path Program to provide ndividualized learning paths aligned to Indiana standards.
Science & Social Studies
Within Science, dissections and more in-depth understanding of the life around us is explored. Students engage in more developed History Day (Grade 7) and Science Fair (Grade 8) projects and gain knowledge of the stock market through various projects. In Social Studies, the students become more globally and culturally aware with hands-on instruction.
Language Arts
Language Arts class prepares students for high school by teaching them how to analyze text, as well as proper research and writing techniques. St. Anthony students move to high school well-prepared to excel.
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