Our Lady Fatima Academy’s academic programs develop the whole child and addresses diverse needs by building on students’ strengths and addressing growth opportunities.
This is accomplished through engaging and meaningful learning experiences that:
These meaningful learning experiences are:
Through rigorous and engaging curriculum and instruction, Our Lady of Fatima Academy fulfills our mission of nurturing individuals to discover their God-given gifts, encouraging them to use these gifts in the service of others, and empowering them to be models of integrity and peacemakers who work for justice.
Language Arts
Great Books Roundtable: Accelerated Reader, Membean, various novel studies, interdisciplinary readings with social studies, multiple genres of literature and writing.
Accelerated Reader: This curriculum is designed to build strong reading, writing, and communication skills in young learners. It offers engaging, age-appropriate lessons that help students master essential language foundations early on, giving them the confidence and skills to succeed as they continue their education.
We offer Step Up to Writing curriculum, which provides students with a comprehensive framework for writing across all subject areas. The program emphasizes planning, organizing, revising, and editing to help students become confident and effective communicators.
We also offer them Daily Grammar Practice, which is a structured, daily approach to understanding grammar and sentence structure. Rather than learning grammar rules in isolation, students analyze one sentence over the course of a week to develop a deep understanding of language mechanics.
Social Emotional Learning
All grades at Our Lady of Fatima participate in Friendzy, which is a Christ-centered social-emotional learning program that teaches students essential life skills such as empathy, resilience, kindness, and teamwork. While aligning with Gospel values, this program focuses on emotional regulation, communication, conflict resolution, friendship skills, and character development. The benefits of Friendzy are that it promotes a positive school climate, reduces bullying, and supports mental wellness.
Math
My Math: McGraw Hill
● “Strong, equitable core instruction with actionable data”
● “Best-in-class resources and targeted instructional strategies”
● “Personalized, student-driven learning”
Freckle: Independent study tool that aligns with Renaissance STAR Testing
Religion
Christ Our Life is our core Religion curriculum, designed to deepen students’ understanding of the Catholic faith and to help them live it out in their daily lives. The program is grounded in Scripture and Church teachings. It focuses on Catholic doctrine, prayer, sacraments, moral development, and liturgical seasons. The benefits of this curriculum include: faith-based activities, strong connections to family and parish life, and developmentally appropriate lessons.
We teach our Religion curriculum in all grades, with students participating in Mass, prayer services, and sacramental preparation. Additionally, students attend Mass each week, 3rd grade with their big buddies and 4th & 5th grade with their little buddies.
Social Studies
Exploring Social Studies: California-TCM – “Discover comprehensive approach to social studies that inspires authentic learning. Students will develop social studies content knowledge and build literacy skills through resources with multiple perspectives that cultivate curiosity about civics, geography, history, and economics, helping them understand the world around them and their connection to it.”
3rd Grade: Students explore Native American cultures, landmarks, and traditions, building an understanding of California’s first peoples.
4th Grade: Students dive into California history, studying its geography, early settlements, missions, the Gold Rush, and its growth into the modern state we know today.
5th Grade: Students study American history, tracing its development from colonization through the founding of the nation and beyond.
What else does 3rd—5th Grade offer?
Science
● Mystery Science: “Hands on science that aligns with the Common Core standards. It’s easy-to-understand science lessons encourage kids to wonder, explore, and think like scientists. With hands-on activities and engaging videos, Mystery Science makes complex topics simple and fun, helping students build a strong foundation in science through real-world questions and discoveries.”
● Generation Genius: “Engaging science program that uses fun videos, hands-on activities, and interactive lessons to spark curiosity and excitement about science. Designed to align with grade-level standards, Generation Genius helps students build a solid understanding of science concepts while making learning enjoyable and memorable.”
Learning Support
OLF focuses on individual learning styles and meeting the needs of all students.
We offer a Learning Support Center classroom for quiet testing, alongside our Learning Support Coordinator, to help with time management and organizational skills.
Field Trips
As students grow, so does their curiosity and ability to connect classroom concepts with real-world applications. These experiences build historical awareness, community responsibility, and creative thinking. CLICK HERE for more info!