Curriculum

St. Francis of Assisi School offers a well-rounded academic program following the guidelines given by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Curriculum and instruction are based on the Common Core  and State Standards.

Students are instructed and study the following subjects:

• Religion
• Language Arts (Reading, Grammar, Spelling, and Composition) 
  • Instruction is based on Common Core State Standards for ELA.
• Mathematics 
  • Instruction is based on Common Core State Standards for Math. 
• Social Studies
  • We have implemented a two year rotation of the CA State Content Standards. 
• Science 
  • We have implement the STEMscopes curriculum. 
• Physical Education
  • We have partnered with Fit Kids to implement a PE curriculum. 
• Music
• STREAM Learning

SFA implemented the unique Multiage STREAM learning model. This model was refined and defined due to our participation in the Archdiocesan I3 ( Investigate & Innovate Institute) Program. Our school partnered with 3 Universities as well as a personal mentor who guided us on our research journey. Through this research, we defined and strengthened our Multiage STREAM learning model. Students participate in STEM/STREAM learning blocks every Friday with lessons centered on the engineering design process in which students solve problems using critical thinking skills. Projects are ground on Catholic Social Teaching in which students creatively solve problems to make the world a better and more just place. Come visit SFA to learn about STREAM!