Y at Saint Joan of Arc
Preschool in Aberdeen, MD 21001
The mission of St Joan of Arc School is to create a vibrant 21st Century learning environment that infuses a rigorous, integrated, STEM-based curriculum with the richness of our Catholic faith tradition. We collaborate with our SJA Professional Learning Communities, the Archdiocese of Baltimore, parents and regional area partnerships to create:
SJA teachers and staff who as lifelong faith-filled learners, model and incorporate rigorous, integrated, curricular collaboration of STEM problem-solving and project-based learning through real world experiences. SJA students who engage, investigate, and apply critical thinking and creativity in a morally responsible exploration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics that is integrated with Humanities. SJA parents and guardians who enrich STEM learning by sharing career, project, and after school club experiences. Students will expand interest in STEM careers and further appreciate their God-given talents for the good of the global community. SJA business and academic communities, who in conjunction with school leadership, actively participate in assisting teachers and students through meaningful relationships to advance STEM learning opportunities, and provide for a well-rounded work force for the future.- Child Ages:
- 5 years - 14 years
- Rates:
- $$
- Licenses & Accreditations:
- Maryland State Department of Education Division of Early Childhood Development
- Preschool:
- Yes
- Hours of Operation:
- Monday to Friday 7:00 AM - 6:.00 PM
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St. Joan of Arc School embraces the statement, “Jesus invites, St. Joan of Arc Welcomes.” We affirm in our daily teaching the gospel values of faith, truth, and charity. We educate with the premise that these same values empower each student to be accepting of self and the individuality of all persons.
We acknowledge the primary right of parents to educate their children and we accept the solemn responsibility as partners in this endeavor. St Joan of Arc School recognizes and utilizes the available resources offered within the ministry of parish, parents, teachers and civic community to instill in our children an awareness of community at large and the importance of stewardship in our lives.
We strive for the mastery of basic skills while fostering an academic environment that helps to develop independent thinking skills, effective group interaction, and the implementation of technology for research and communication. Aware of the hierarchy of thinking skills, we move our students toward integrating these levels of critical thinking in their academic and social experiences.
Students are encouraged to be caring and mutually supportive of each other, and to be empathetic in their daily interactions with classmates. Students are taught to deal with conflicts in a constructive manner and embrace differences as something to be celebrated.
The administration, teachers, and staff of St. Joan of Arc School pride themselves in being able to provide a nurturing workplace which incorporates an atmosphere conducive to positive interaction, mentoring, and affirming the strengths of their fellow educators. Opportunities for fellowship and professional sharing exist during faculty and Professional Learning Communities meetings and planned extracurricular activities.
