Academics

As a leading K4-8 grade school Nativity Jesuit Academy prepares students for success in high school, in college and in life with a holistic approach to education. Our curriculum includes:

 

  • Rigorous Academic Program
    • Math and Reading Instruction aligned to the Common Core
    • Science Instruction aligned to Next Generation Science Standards
    • Religion classes for every grade aligned to Archdiocesan standards including sacrament preparation in 2nd grade
    • Spanish, Art and Music Instruction aligned with national standards
  • Blended Learning Instruction
    • Programs in reading, math, spanish and science
    • Students complete pathways based on academic data
    • Used for extension and remediation, as well as grade level content support
  • Extended school year
    • Summer school at Milwaukee Campus for students in 2nd-5th grade (math and ELA)
    • Summer school at Northwoods Campus in Iron County, Wisconsin for students in 6th-8th (math, ELA and science)
  • Small group/targeted instruction
    • Teachers use assessment data to create individual and small group lessons to support students where they need it
    • Provide remediation and extension
    • Based on skills needed to master grade level content
  • Academic Interventions
    • Provides targeted academic supports for students significantly behind grade level
    • Develop and execute Individualized Education Plans for students who qualify through local districts
    • Partnerships with local educational organizations to provide additional supports for remedial academic instruction, Special Education, and Speech