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The basic curriculum includes: religion, language arts (reading, writing,
spelling, phonics, English structure and grammar), mathematics, social
studies, science, music and physical education. Students may participate
in extra-curricular activities offered by other schools and activity centers.
An effort is being made to offer some enrichment activities during school
time. Band and orchestra (grades 4-6) are offered as well.
The principal collaborates with the faculty to determine a well-balanced
curricular program, which includes academic and religious orientation.
Service to the school and local communities is stressed.
The complete and varied curriculum offered at St. Peter School is under
the supervision of the State of Oregon and the Board of Education of the
Diocese of Baker. The school is registered with the State of Oregon and all
full-time teachers must hold a teacher certification and are asked to obtain
Oregon State Teacher Certification. Public school districts accept all
credits received at St. Peter Catholic School. In developing curriculum
plans, the guides for public schools are consulted as well as diocesan
directives. The scope and sequence of the subjects taught are reviewed
regularly to determine whether it is fostering achievement of the school’s
goals. (Policy #6200, 6210, Diocese of Baker.)
Religion is taught regularly, through a basal text and also by prayer,
classroom meetings on attitudes and relationships, weekly Mass or Praise,
and the establishment of the general classroom and school atmosphere.
We believe that a Catholic school community is called to be a living
witness to God’s love and must give service that contributes to a just
society. By having teachers who witness to their faith tradition, and by
striving to teach each student to the best of the student’s ability, we
develop the whole person, prepared for the future.
Sometimes the learning needs of students are met by grouping students
for various learning experiences. Instruction is individualized when
possible if it will enhance learning. The use of technology has now
become an integral component of our educational program. We believe
that a school program now must teach children; keyboarding, basic word
processing, and use of the Internet for research. In addition, teachers will
use computers to supplement basic programs.