Eighth Grade
Curriculum at a Glance
Students in Eighth Grade receive instruction in Religion, English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Health, and Social Studies. Weekly instruction is also provided in Art, Music, Health, Spanish, and Physical Education. Courses are delivered through a departmentalized model, allowing students to learn from subject-area teachers.
English Language Arts curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, media literacy, and analytical writing skills. Students learn to evaluate textual evidence, analyze arguments, strengthen grammar, and develop reading and communication skills in preparation for high school.
Science emphasizes Order and Organization and is organized into three core domains: Physical Earth, Species and Reproduction, and Forces and Motion. Throughout the year, students engage in hands-on scientific inquiry and engineering design to deepen their understanding of scientific concepts.
Social Studies is U.S. Studies from 1492 to 1877: Exploration through Reconstruction
Highlights
- Sacrament of Confirmation
- Altar Servers
- Living Stations of the Cross
- May Crowning
- Canters
- Choir
- Participation in National Junior Beta
- Student Council – students have the opportunity to run for Student Council officer positions and take on leadership roles within the school community.
- Participation in Spelling Bee
- Y.S.U. English Festival
- Participate in annual Musical cast and crew
- Math Competition
- History Fair
- 8th Grade Retreats
- 8th Grade Class Trip
- Extra Curricular – Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, Cross Country, Track & Field and Cheerleading
