LaSalle Catholic Elementary (K-4)

Welcome to LaSalle Catholic Elementary School!
We are proud to offer preschool and Kindergarten through 4th grade, providing a nurturing and academically rich environment where every student can thrive. At LaSalle Catholic, we are excited to partner with you and your child as they take their first steps on a lifelong journey of learning and faith.

A Home Away from Home
At LaSalle, students are welcomed into a school that feels like family. Our dedicated, professional teachers care deeply about each child as an individual, fostering a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. Here, students learn the value of respect—for themselves, for others, and for the world around them—while building confidence and independence. Our classrooms and playgrounds are spaces where friendships flourish, curiosity is celebrated, and every child feels seen and valued.

Stepping into Our Faith
At LaSalle Catholic Elementary School, the Catholic faith is the foundation of everything we do. From the moment students enter our classrooms, they are welcomed into a faith-filled environment where learning, reflection, and spiritual growth go hand in hand.

Kindergarten – Finding God
In Kindergarten, students are introduced to the concept of God’s love and presence in their daily lives. They explore faith through prayer, scripture stories, and simple moral lessons designed to nurture their understanding of right and wrong, empathy, and kindness. Activities such as storytelling, songs, guided discussions, and creative arts reinforce these faith concepts in ways that are engaging and memorable. Emphasis is placed on helping young children develop a sense of belonging in the school’s faith community and an appreciation for basic Catholic traditions.

Grades 1-4 – Be My Disciples
For students in Grades 1-4, the Be My Disciples program builds on these early lessons, guiding children toward a deeper understanding of scripture, Catholic values, and the sacraments. Students are encouraged to apply faith lessons to their actions at home, in school, and within the broader community. Instruction includes interactive activities, reflection exercises, service projects, and class discussions, fostering moral and spiritual growth while promoting a personal connection with God. Children are guided to live their faith daily through compassion, kindness, responsibility, and service to others.

Faith Woven Into Daily Life
Faith at LaSalle is not limited to religion class—it is integrated into all aspects of school life. Students are encouraged to reflect on their actions, make meaningful connections between belief and behavior, and practice values such as empathy, respect, and integrity. From helping a friend in need to participating in service projects, children learn that living their faith is an active, everyday experience.

A Community of Faith and Learning
Our school community nurtures not only the mind but also the heart. Students develop academically while growing spiritually, and they are empowered to become faith-filled leaders who demonstrate care, respect, and responsibility in all aspects of life. Through prayer, reflection, service, and shared experiences, LaSalle cultivates a strong, supportive, and inclusive community where every child feels a sense of belonging, purpose, and connection to God.

The First Steps in Leadership
LaSalle encourages students to embrace leadership from their earliest years. Our academic centers provide meaningful opportunities for students to mentor, serve, and lead. Fourth graders, for example, become “reading buddies” for preschool students, fostering a spirit of responsibility, care, and community. Second graders preparing for First Communion take active roles in planning and participating in prayer services and liturgies, helping them develop confidence, teamwork, and spiritual leadership. Every step at LaSalle is designed to cultivate a sense of belonging and shared purpose—a community of learners growing together.

Join Our Community of Learners
At LaSalle Catholic, education is more than academics—it’s about building a strong foundation of faith, leadership, and character in a welcoming, collaborative, and joyful community. Together, teachers, families, and students create a supportive network where every child can flourish and every voice is valued.

Religion

Kindergarten – Finding God

• Focuses on introducing children to the concept of God’s love and presence in their daily lives.

• Students explore prayer, scripture stories, and simple moral lessons.

• Activities include storytelling, songs, guided discussions, and creative arts to reinforce faith concepts.

• Emphasis on helping students develop a sense of belonging in their faith community and understanding basic Catholic traditions.

Grades 1-4 – Be My Disciples

• Builds on foundational knowledge, encouraging deeper understanding of scripture, Catholic values, and the sacraments.

• Students learn to apply faith lessons to their actions at home, school, and community.

• Instruction includes interactive activities, reflection exercises, service projects, and class discussions to foster moral and spiritual growth.

• Promotes a personal connection with God and encourages students to live their faith through compassion, kindness, and responsibility.

English/Language Arts (K-4)

Into Reading (HMH)

• Provides a comprehensive literacy program with focus on reading comprehension, vocabulary development, writing, and critical thinking skills.

• Lessons incorporate shared reading, guided reading, independent reading, and writing exercises to reinforce skills across multiple contexts.

Heggerty (K-2)

• Systematic phonemic awareness instruction, including rhyming, blending, segmenting, and manipulating sounds.

• Helps students build a strong foundation for decoding words and becoming confident early readers.

Eyewords (K-2)

• Focuses on visual recognition of high-frequency words to support fluency and automaticity in reading.

• Includes multisensory activities like tracing, spelling, and word games to reinforce retention.

WordFlight (3-4)

• Expands vocabulary, reading fluency, and decoding skills for more advanced texts.

• Lessons include word patterns, prefixes, suffixes, and multisyllabic word recognition.

UFLI (K-2)

• The UFLI (University of Florida Literacy Initiative) program is a research-based reading intervention designed to support early readers in developing strong foundational literacy skills.

• Phonics Instruction: Students learn explicit connections between letters and sounds, including single letters, blends, digraphs, and more complex phonemic patterns.

• Decoding Strategies: Students are guided in breaking down words into their component sounds and syllables, using strategies to read unfamiliar words accurately and fluently.

• Comprehension Skills: Lessons integrate reading for understanding, encouraging students to make predictions, summarize information, ask questions, and make connections between text and their own experiences.

• Differentiated Instruction: Small-group rotations allow teachers to tailor instruction to each student’s skill level, addressing specific gaps while reinforcing strengths.

• Multisensory Learning: UFLI incorporates visual, auditory, and kinesthetic activities to reinforce letter-sound knowledge, word recognition, and reading fluency.

• Progress Monitoring: Regular assessments track students’ growth in phonics, decoding, and comprehension, enabling targeted support and timely interventions.

Outcome: Students gain confidence in reading, develop the ability to decode new words independently, and build strong comprehension skills that support success across all subjects.

Handwriting (K-4)

• Zaner-Bloser Handwriting program develops proper formation, spacing, and legibility of letters.

• Lessons progress from basic strokes in Kindergarten to cursive and refined handwriting techniques in upper grades.

• Handwriting instruction incorporates fine motor skill development, consistency, and writing confidence.

Mathematics (K-4)

• Illustrative Math focuses on building conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and real-world application.

• Lessons include visual models, collaborative problem-solving, and guided practice to reinforce mathematical reasoning.

• Students develop skills in number sense, operations, geometry, measurement, data analysis, and critical thinking.

• Emphasis on making connections between mathematical concepts and everyday life.

Social Studies (K-4)

• Savvas curriculum encourages exploration of community, history, geography, civics, and culture.

• Students engage in hands-on activities, projects, and discussions to understand diverse perspectives and develop civic awareness.

• Lessons emphasize inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and applying knowledge to real-world contexts.

Science (K-4)

• FOSS Kits provide hands-on, inquiry-based science experiences to explore concepts in life, earth, and physical sciences.

• Mystery Science integrates storytelling and experimentation to make science concepts engaging and memorable.

• Students develop skills in observation, hypothesis testing, experimentation, and reflection.

• Encourages curiosity, problem-solving, and an understanding of the scientific method.

Social-Emotional Learning (K-4)

• A Little SPOT of Emotions & Life Skills and A Little SPOT of Feelings & Emotions help students recognize, understand, and regulate emotions.

• Lessons promote empathy, communication, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills.

• Activities include discussion, role-playing, reflective exercises, and mindfulness practices to support self-awareness and social growth.

PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports) Expectations

• Students are explicitly taught behavioral expectations for all areas of the school: hallways, classrooms, playground, cafeteria, and bathrooms.

• Emphasis on promoting positive behaviors, respect, responsibility, and safety.

• Positive reinforcement strategies are used to encourage adherence to school-wide expectations.

Guidance (K-4)

• Second Step & MindUp Curriculum provide structured instruction in social-emotional learning, mindfulness, and self-regulation.

• Students learn strategies for managing emotions, developing empathy, and making responsible decisions.

• Curriculum supports a safe, supportive school climate and helps students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Essentials

STEAM (3x/week)

• Focus on problem-solving, creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration through hands-on projects and challenges.

PE & Music (2x/week)

• PE promotes physical fitness, coordination, teamwork, and healthy habits.

• Music instruction develops rhythm, melody, performance skills, and appreciation of diverse musical traditions.

Guidance & Library (1x/week)

• Library instruction supports research skills, digital literacy, and a lifelong love of reading.

• Guidance reinforces social-emotional learning, conflict resolution, and character education.