Reflect on Your Faith
RELIGION / SPIRITUAL LIFE
Third and fourth grade students participate in religious studies in addition to daily chapel and Eucharist service every other week. Students attend a 45-minute religion class once in a six day rotation.
Third grade student lessons are based on the stories of the Old Testament. Students will also learn about the seasons of the Episcopal Church, Fruits of the Spirit, Jewish traditions, and they study the Lord’s Prayer. Third grade students maintain a journal of their weekly lesson focus.
Fourth grade student lessons are based on New Testament writings to include the life and times of Jesus, as well as His teachings. Fourth graders also examine the gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John, the writings of Paul, and the development of the early Christian church.
In addition to the emphasis of the Christian faith, third and fourth graders are exposed to other religions to broaden their view of world faiths and to develop an appreciation for diverse cultures. Third and fourth graders will also talk about prayer, answering the question, “What is prayer?” and discussing the parts of a prayer. Each student will keep a prayer journal.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
The Parish Upper Elementary Division provides students an opportunity
to participate in student government through a student government forum known
as “Excellence in Action (EIA).” Representatives from each homeroom class will
meet once a month with Mrs. Hicks, Mrs. Fuchs, and Mrs. Barker to discuss ways
to involve their peers in any up-coming school and community events, community
service projects, and problem solving for school improvement. We believe when students have the chance to
practice making responsible decisions as a group, they take another major step
toward adulthood in a democratic society.
The Upper Elementary E.I.A. consists of 16 students including (1) boy
and (1) girl from each homeroom class.
Representatives are selected by their homeroom peers through nomination
and secret ballot.
I am looking forward to a great year with the third and fourth grade.
Sue Hicks