Curriculum

Saint Brigid of Kildare School implements courses of study provided by the Catholic Diocese of Columbus Office of Education. These courses of study are based on national and state standards, and meet all requirements set forth by the State of Ohio and our accrediting body, the Ohio Catholic Schools Accrediting Association.

Religion
As a school in the Catholic Diocese of Columbus, Saint Brigid of Kildare School builds on hundreds of years of educational tradition and faith formation. Students learn the rich academic components of our faith, and also the lifestyle to which we are all called. A yearly school theme based on our mission statement guides faith-based interdisciplinary work and allows the integration of grade level and school wide service learning projects.

Language Arts
A rich, standards-based curriculum integrating reading, writing, speaking, listening, phonics, grammar, spelling, and technology allows students to grow as fluent citizens of the 21st century. All students in grades K-8 complete reading and writing portfolios and reading genre checklists. Literature studies are the basis for reading instruction, and the Word Study program supports the development of spelling, phonics, and grammar skills.

Science
Students participate in a fully integrated, inquiry-based science program encouraging critical thought.  A fully equipped science lab and countless hands-on experiments and experiences support this program that includes physical, earth, and life sciences.

Health
Social, physical, and emotional health are the basis of this content area. Safety issues, including internet and online safety, receive great focus.

Social Studies
History, culture, government, economics, and current events are the pillars upon which the social studies program is built. Field trips and a school-wide service learning program combine to make this an authentic study of one’s interaction with the world and its people. Great import is placed on answering essential questions based on personal responsibility and the nation’s role in issues of justice and equality.

Spanish
Our K-8 Spanish curriculum meets the requirements of the NCLB-BRS program. Using the 5 C’s Model (communication, culture, connections, comparisons, communities), students work to develop global awareness and a respect for cultural diversity. Lessons include a study of vocabulary, auditory recognition, visual recognition, written expression, and cultural experiences.

Fine Arts
Through their study of the fine arts, students learn to appreciate the beauty of the world around them. Weekly instruction in art and music allows for the development of the whole student and offers unique areas of expression.

Physical Education
A commitment to wellness is supported by weekly physical education classes. Based on cooperation rather than competition, students work together to develop life-long fitness skills and habits.

Technology
A wireless, state of the art campus allows for technology integration across the content areas. With the help of two technology specialists, students learn the skills needed to competently utilize Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Kidspiration. Safe and appropriate internet research skills, making tables and graphs, and manipulating photographs within text are also emphasized. SmartBoards are used in every classroom, including internet access and streaming video. SmartBoards are also used for block feeding video programming throughout the school.