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
● Superkids Reading Program: “Superkids is a dynamic reading program with engaging characters, who have ongoing adventures and stories that captivate and motivate young readers and writers. The evidence-based and systematic program provides explicit instruction and meaningful learning experiences to lay foundational building blocks for literacy success.”
● Accelerated Reader: “Designed to build strong reading, writing, and communication skills in young learners. This curriculum 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.”
● Step Up to Writing: “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.”
● Daily Grammar Practice (1st Grade & 2nd Grade Only): “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.”
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
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.
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.”
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.
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.”
What else does K—2nd Grade offer?
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
Our youngest learners enjoy field trips that spark curiosity and nurture a love for the natural world and community. These early experiences lay a foundation for environmental stewardship, creativity, and personal responsibility. CLICK HERE for more info!
