Curriculum Overview

At St. Joachim Catholic School, we are committed to academic excellence, faith formation, and the development of the whole child. Rooted in Catholic tradition, our curriculum nurtures spiritual, intellectual, and moral growth, ensuring that students develop critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. Aligned with state and national standards, our rigorous academic program integrates Catholic values throughout all subjects, preparing students to become faith-filled leaders and responsible global citizens.

Our Preschool & TK program follows a whole-child approach to learning, ensuring students grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually in a faith-filled environment. We utilize a variety of Diocesan-approved curriculums and resources that are developmentally appropriate and aligned with the California Early Learning Standards (CELS).  These standards emphasize:

Social-Emotional Development – Encouraging self-awareness, relationship skills, and emotional regulation.
Language & Literacy – Developing early reading, speaking, listening, and writing skills.
Mathematics – Introducing numbers, patterns, measurement, and problem-solving.
Cognitive Development – Fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking.
Physical Development & Health – Enhancing fine and gross motor skills, along with healthy habits.
The Arts – Encouraging self-expression through music, movement, and visual arts.
Science & Social Studies – Cultivating an understanding of the natural world and community roles.
Faith Formation – Helping children develop a relationship with God through prayer, scripture, and values-based learning.

Our Preschool & TK classrooms provide a structured yet play-based environment where students engage in hands-on learning experiences that prepare them for Kindergarten and beyond.

At St. Joachim Catholic School, our elementary program (K-5) is designed to foster curiosity, confidence, and a love of learning. Guided by our mission, we provide a challenging yet supportive academic environment where students develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills. With a focus on Catholic values, character formation, and academic excellence, we lay the foundation for future success

Religion
Finding God (Loyola Press)
2nd Grade Sacramental Preparation: Go Seek Find (St. Mary’s Press)

English Language Arts (ELA)
Reading & Literature: Wonders (McGraw Hill)
Writing & Grammar: Mystery Writing
Handwriting: A Reason for Handwriting
Vocabulary (Grades 3-5): Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop

Mathematics
Math Expressions (HMH)

Social Studies
My World (Savvas)

Science
Mystery Science

Our middle school program (Grades 6-8) is designed to develop independent learners and leaders who are prepared for high school and beyond. Through a rigorous curriculum, students are challenged to think critically, engage deeply, and act with integrity. Rooted in our Catholic identity, we encourage students to grow in faith, service, and academic excellence.

Religion
Christ Our Life (Loyola Press)

English Language Arts (ELA)
Reading & Literature: Novel Studies aligned to CCSS
Writing & Grammar: Voyages Grammar & Writing (Loyola Press)
Vocabulary: Membean

Mathematics
Into Math (HMH)

Social Studies
Discovery Education Techbook

Science
Elevate Science (Savvas)