General Program Information - St. Augustine Catholic Elementary School

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St. Augustine School serves the communities of Empire Park, Rideau Park, Duggan, Ermineskin, Keheewin, and Bearspaw in South Edmonton.

Our school is a caring Catholic/Christian community of students, teachers, parents, and parish working together to improve student learning and growth
focus on core competencies that students apply for successful learning
Balanced Literacy approach with exposure to diverse literature
Outstanding Music Program
Inclusive Education Philosophy
Focus on Safe and Caring Schools
Christ-centered learning focus
Emphasis on the spiritual, emotional, physical, and academic growth and wellbeing of students
In-school private before/after school child care on the premises (Just N' School Care 780-707-7487)

Alberta Education Competencies: critical thinking, communication, problem solving, collaboration, managing information, cultural and global citizenship, creativity and innovation, personal growth and well-being
Balanced Literacy approach with exposure to diverse literature
5 Pillars of Reading focus: phonological awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension
Daily Phonemic Awareness program (Haggerdy, K-3)
Strong Music Program introducing students to a variety of instruments: handbells, handchimes, jambe drums, xylophones, Orff.
Second Language French (Grades 4-6)
English as a Second Language
Computer technology curricular integration
PATHS Program - schoolwide - supporting students mental health and well-being with social emotional learning
Physical Education programming including skiing, swimming, skating, and DPA (Daily Physical Activity)