Enthusiastic young learners at St. Michael the Archangel Elementary School in Coopersburg
Want to learn more about an alternative educational opportunity for your children?
St. Michael the Archangel–a local Catholic school that prides itself on providing a challenging education in a nurturing environment to children in grades Pre-K to 8–will host an open house for transfer, Pre-K and kindergarten students Thursday, Nov. 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. at its Elementary School Campus, 5040 St. Joseph’s Road, Coopersburg, Pa.
Information about the school’s educational offerings for children in Pre-K through eighth grade will be available at the open house, and representatives from local Catholic high schools will be present.
Some of the attributes that set a St. Michael the Archangel School education apart from what is offered by other schools in the area include:
- 1:1 iPad program for all students in K-8. The program helps introduce students to a variety of innovative curricula, including computer science skills such as coding that help children develop critical thinking and logic. STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) is taught through the use of LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 and Little Bits, and helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills through inquiry-based and active learning. Grades K-3 are provided memberships to Raz-Kids, an engaging reading practice website, and grades K-8 are provided memberships to IXL, an online adaptive learning program for math and language arts.
- PA certified faculty, many of whom have graduate degrees
- Busing available from most surrounding school districts
- Two school campuses (Elementary School in Coopersburg and Middle School in Bethlehem), both of which offer a gymnasium with a stage, a computer lab, a library and a cafeteria with a hot lunch program.
- A science lab and art studio at the Middle School campus.
- Religious instruction including sacramental preparation, student liturgies, daily prayers and service projects as well as community outreach.
- Math curriculum including Accelerated math starting at Grade 4, Pre-Algebra in Grade 7 and Algebra in Grade 8
- Science curriculum including hands-on experimentation, which introduces earth, life and physical science laws and principles.
- Reading and language arts curriculum which includes a balanced literacy program in Kindergarten through Grade 6 and a literature program in grades 7 and 8.
- Extracurricular programs provided through CYO that include athletics, academics, social and theatrical events.
Transfer grants and financial aid are available from the school for students who qualify.
Tours of both St. Michael schools are always available and encouraged, according to St. Michael the Archangel’s Advancement Director, Marianne Gano.
To RSVP to attend either of the upcoming open houses or schedule a tour please call Gano at 610-867-8422 or email mg***@st******.com.
In addition to its website, the school also regularly shares information and posts updates on its Facebook page.
ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL SCHOOL’S MISSION STATEMENT:
In partnership with the family, St. Michael the Archangel, a Pre-K to 8th grade school, nurtures students to develop strong Catholic values while achieving academic excellence. Striving to foster the uniqueness of each child, the dedicated faculty and staff encourage an environment where all children believe they are created and loved by God. We aspire to model young adults who embody the principles of morality and spirituality to become our leaders of tomorrow.