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Our whole-child approach inspires wonder, protects play, ignites faith, and unlocks foundational skills for lifelong learning. Your child deserves to experience the joy of Kindergarten!<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-button-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/stalseattle.org\/school\/admissions\/apply\" class=\"su-button su-button-style-default\" style=\"color:#FFFFFF;background-color:#0C2340;border-color:#0a1c34;border-radius:10px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"color:#FFFFFF;padding:0px 26px;font-size:20px;line-height:40px;border-color:#55657a;border-radius:10px;text-shadow:0px 0px 0px \"> Now Accepting Kindergarten Applications<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spacer\" style=\"height:20px\"><\/div>\n<h2>Kindergarten Overview<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Full-day schedule (8:25am-3:15pm)<\/li>\n<li>Extended Care available until 6pm<\/li>\n<li>12:1 student-teacher ratio<\/li>\n<li>Weekly specials: Art, Music, STEM, PE, Library<\/li>\n<li>3 recesses daily<\/li>\n<li>Learning loft in classroom for Exploratory Play<\/li>\n<li>No 1:1 devices or screen learning<\/li>\n<li>Students must be age 5 by August 31 to enroll<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Curriculum<\/h2>\n<p>Kindergarten is one of the most exciting times to be a learner. At St. Alphonsus School, we provide a robust, knowledge-rich curriculum that begins in Kindergarten. Students also receive explicit, systematic, and multisensory instruction in spelling and reading, which activates their journey to becoming excellent readers, speakers, and writers. Students are challenged but also receive the care and support they need to soar!<\/p>\n<p>See below for a brief snapshot of core subjects.<\/p>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>Literacy<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Phonemic Awareness &amp; Phonics:<\/strong> Hear and manipulate sounds, connect letters to sounds, and build spelling skills.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reading:<\/strong> Decode words and read early texts with growing accuracy and fluency.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Handwriting &amp; Writing:<\/strong> Form letters correctly, spell words, and write complete sentences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grammar &amp; Comprehension:<\/strong> Build vocabulary, explore sentence structure, and develop understanding through stories and read-alouds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Curriculum:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.accessliteracy.com\/\">Literacy Essentials: The Journey from Spelling to Reading<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>Mathematics<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Number Sense:<\/strong> Count, write, and compare numbers; recognize quantities and patterns.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Addition &amp; Subtraction: <\/strong>Solve simple problems using objects, pictures, and number sentences.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Place Value:<\/strong> Explore how numbers are composed of tens and ones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shapes, Measurement &amp; Data:<\/strong> Identify 2D and 3D shapes, compare length and weight, and sort objects into categories.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mathematical Reasoning:<\/strong> Explain thinking and apply math to everyday problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Curriculum:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hmhco.com\/programs\/go-math\">GO Math!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>Science<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Trees &amp; Weather:<\/strong> Observe plants, track weather, and explore seasonal changes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Materials &amp; Forces:<\/strong> Investigate everyday materials and discover how pushes and pulls move objects.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Animals Two by Two: <\/strong>Observe and compare animals, explore habitats, and investigate what living things need to survive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Curriculum:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/foss.lawrencehallofscience.org\/\">FOSS \u2013 Full Option Science System<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span>History &amp; Geography<\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Maps &amp; Continents: <\/strong>Use maps and globes, identify landforms and oceans, and locate the seven continents.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Peoples &amp; Cultures:<\/strong> Explore Native American peoples and the diversity of human cultures.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exploration &amp; 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Tour<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Phone: <\/strong>(206) 782-4363<strong><br \/>\nAdmissions Director:<\/strong> Melissa Rodriguez-Murphy, <a href=\"mailto:admissions@stalseattle.org\">admissions@stalseattle.org<\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Visit:<\/strong> Submit <a href=\"https:\/\/stalseattle.org\/school\/admissions\/request-info\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">inquiry form<\/a> to sign up for school tour<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For many students, Kindergarten is the start of their formal academic journey. 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