Elementary Learning Community 3rd-5th
Students continue building reading and writing fluency, and apply foundational math skills acquired in previous grades to more complex concepts. Writing becomes more advanced as they write research papers and use evidence to support their ideas. Students further develop their independence and academic behaviors as they prepare for middle school.
Elementary Learning Highlights
3rd Grade
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Pray the Our Father in sign language at 3rd Grade-led Mass
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Family Christmas Tradition project
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Veterans Day Mass and recognition
4th Grade
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Shark Tank economics unit
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Battle of the Books (4th-6th Grades)
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Student-produced film festival
5th Grade
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Research on historical figures of the American Revolution and living Wax Museum project
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Challenger Learning Center - Spaceship Simulator Field Trip
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Architectural design unit- students design and build a model of a zoological garden, culminating with a field trip to local zoo
Meet Our Elementary Learning Team
Our team at Saint Mary School is committed to nurturing the minds and souls of our students. With a strong focus on academic excellence and spiritual growth, our educators strive to instill values of compassion, integrity, and service in each child.
Ms. Angela Olson
3rd Grade Teacher
Elementary (3-5)
This is my 5th year at Saint Mary School. I want to guide students in being problem solvers and critical thinkers ready to accomplish whatever they want to achieve in the world, and become life-long learners.
Mrs. Suzanne Moser
5th Grade Teacher
Elementary (3-5)
In my 2nd year, I want to give students a safe, supportive space where they feel valued and capable. The community of SMS is top notch. I want my students to be kind, empathetic, respectable people.
Mrs. Catherine Wenzel
4th Grade Teacher
Elementary (3-5)
I have been part of SMS for 8 years as a parent and 4.5 years as a teacher. I teach to share my joy and passion for learning, and I love the families—especially the students! What I want most is for my students to become confident, lifelong learners filled with joy and faith.
