Our Kindergarten Classrooms All of our Kinders have been working hard to get back into the swing of things at school, while some are learning for the very first time what a school day looks like! We have been practicing sharing, making new friends, using our manners, picking up after ourselves, being kind, transitioning between the many different activities throughout the day, and so much more. We truly appreciate all of your support at home in encouraging these same positive behaviors. Your continued reinforcement makes such a difference and helps our Kinders have successful, happy days at school. Thank you for partnering with us as we learn, grow, and build these important skills together! What’s Happening in K3 K3 is off to a lovely start! The children are continuing to practice self help skills, while learning “green, go to choices”, which help us stay safe, show kindness, and have fun with others in our classroom and school. As we play, we are learning that sharing and turn taking means “some for you and some for me” and everyone gets a turn (and sometimes we have to wait!). To learn more about the world around us, we read many books daily and sing songs. We are learning how to calm our bodies for prayer and stories and how to exercise our large muscles dancing and marching safely as a group. As we learn about all of the beautiful things God has created after reading our Bible, we are using our art tools to make a book about creation! We are also learning how to safely use all sorts of art tools while at school (crayons, markers, white boards, paint, playdough and scissors). These activities are also building strong muscles to help us become future writers and more capable expressive artists as we grow towards K4 and beyond. We are excited to be learning together this school year! -Mrs. Sheryl Johnson What’s Happening in K4 K4 has been practicing, learning, and growing so much! Throughout the month of September, we will continue working on transitions from centers, recess and lunch, as well as going to and from our Specials and the bathroom. These everyday routines are helping us become more independent and confident as we navigate our school day. Each week, we will also focus on a new letter, shape, color, and number to build important foundational skills and prepare us for K5. During Religion, we will have weekly lessons focusing on Jesus and His Friends and building strong, kind friendships with our classmates. In Science, we will be learning all about apples and exploring some fun apple-themed activities! We are having so much fun learning and growing together! -Mrs. Pasterz What’s Happening in K5 It’s hard to believe but the K5 students have been learning how to use workbooks, figuring out how to use a bookmark, finding their pages, and following along. This also means adjusting to more sitting and work time. The class is really catching on! We are practicing writing our names on all of our work including the pictures we make in art. The children are enjoying their play centers and are working on taking turns, trying new play centers, and working through conflicts. As a class we have been working hard on learning our School’s Four PBIS Expectations: Be Respectful, Be Responsible, Be Safe, and Participate. We will continue to help follow the rules using these expectations. It is amazing at how quickly they are adjusting to K5! I am very proud of them. -Mrs. Kloiber

It is a true privilege to teach the two areas I am most passionate about: math and religion. As we begin a new school year, I am excited to share updates on our middle school math and religion programs. Designed to build critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of core concepts, our mathematics curriculum guides students through a rigorous progression from foundational pre-algebra to advanced algebraic thinking. Thanks to St. Leonard School's investment in updated textbooks for grades K5 through 8, our students are thoroughly equipped for high school mathematics. We are also fortunate to welcome Mr. Miller to our dedicated two-educator team. Maintaining two separate math groups at the middle school level allows us to provide individualized attention and differentiated instruction, successfully blending traditional teaching methods with interactive technology. Within our supportive, faith-based environment, students develop both academic excellence and the confidence to tackle complex real-world challenges. We are also thrilled to once again offer the Math Olympiads, allowing students to compete in monthly international competitions during what promises to be an exciting year of mathematics. Beyond academics, our religion program nurtures the mind, body, and spirit of our young adolescents as they grow in the image of Jesus Christ. The faith formation curriculum emphasizes moral decision-making, Catholic traditions, and Scripture study. Our middle school students actively live out their faith by leading school-wide prayer, mentoring younger students as "Prayer Buddies" at weekly Mass, and organizing the Outdoor Rosary. Keep our sixth grade students and all of our students in your prayers as we embark on this new school year.