1. Expose your child to as many books as possible.

2. Ask your child to recognize letters and letter sounds.

3. Practice handwriting by making up a story or sentence.

4. Practice identifying and writing numbers.

5. Practice church manners and saying daily prayers.

6. Discuss your child's day: What was your favorite part and why? What happened? Did you learn anything new you can share with me?

The Kindergarten Team greatly appreciates all our parent support. Thank you.

The OLGC Kindergarten Curriculum follows the guidelines set forth by the
Arlington Diocese Office of Catholic Schools.

Kindergarten Homework:

Should take no more than 30 minutes per day. It is meant to reinforce concepts taught in class and strengthen core skills: math, reading and writing. It also introduces the concept of "homework" which will be a standard throughout their OLGC career!

Monday - Reading practice using the Blue Folder materials

Tuesday - Reading practice using the Blue Folder materials and the Phonics worksheet provided weekly

Wednesday - Reading practice using the Blue Folder materials and the Math worksheet provided weekly

Thursday - Reading practice using the Blue Folder materiasl and the Handwriting worksheet provided weekly

Friday - No homework

Field Trips

Kindergarten goes on one field trip per year.  Past field trips have included trips to a nature center, a Halloween pumpkin patch, and a planetarium.