Junior High Grades 6 - 8

The Junior High Unit is comprised of sixth, seventh, and eighth grades. The goal in Junior High is to work in cooperation with parents to assist students as they develop spiritually, academically, physically, socially, and morally. This goal is achieved through departmentalization where each teacher is responsible for a particular academic discipline of the curriculum. Curriculum used: Big Ideas Math, Collections English by HMH, Dimensions Science by HMH, Blest Are We by RCL/Benzinger, Confirmed in the Spirit by Loyola Press, American History for both 7th and 8th grade History, and Ancient Civilizations for 6th grade History. The study and demonstration of competency of the United States and Illinois Constitutions are also a requirement for eighth grade graduation. 

Religion is more than an academic subject; it is a way of life as students are molded in the ways of following Jesus. The religion program in Junior High has two goals: to contribute to the spiritual growth of each teen and to invite each one into responsible participation in the life and work of the faith community. The faith life of a Junior High student is developed through retreats, participation in school liturgies and service projects. 

Classes in Spanish, physical education, art survey, and computer technology compliment the core curriculum and contribute to the development and well-being of the student.

The ultimate goal of the Junior High program is to send students to High School with a solid moral foundation, strong academics, and an aptitude for life-long learning.