Statement of Services
Morning Star School provides a strong educational foundation to students with learning differences including ADD, Processing Deficits, High Functioning Autism, Mild Intellectual Disabilities and Specific Learning Disabilities such as Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Executive Functioning Deficits, Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities and Visual Perceptual/Visual Motor Deficit. In his letter to the Romans, St. Paul teaches us that we are to use our different gifts in accordance with the Grace that God has given us. At Morning Star School, students experience the teachings of St. Paul in an environment where their individual talents are recognized, praised and nurtured.
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- Provide a highly structured and differentiated learning environment and curriculum in classrooms where we maintain a 12:1 student/teacher ratio.
- are dedicated to helping each of our students perform to their highest potential.
- Recognize it is critical for each child to acquire a realistic assessment of individual potential and develop an attitude of respect, service, and concern for other members of society.
School Based Supports:
- Behavior Specialist
- Sensory Room
- School Counselor
- Reading Interventions
- Academic Support & Resource Aides
- Extended Day Program
Religion:
- Essential part of our school-wide curriculum and supports the mission of the school by promoting Catholic spiritual values.
- Catholic social teaching is integrated into all subject areas.
- Students participate in daily devotions over the intercom, attend bi-monthly liturgies, participate in service projects and retreat days.
- Sacramental prep programs specifically designed to enable students with disabilities access to the same preparation as their non-disabled peers.
Physical Education:
- All students participate regularly in physical education covering fine and gross motor skills, manipulative skills, rhythm, games, physical fitness, social skills and team sports.
- Integrates academic curriculum with physical activity.
- Leadership skills while engaging in healthy activities.
- Emphasis on teamwork and cooperation.
- Music & Movement
Music & Art Education:
- A variety of mediums are explored including pencil, ink, paint, chalk, crayon as well as crafts.
- Vocal skills
- Multi-cultural instruments
- Rhythm and movement are used to enhance the music experience
- K-8 Musical & Christmas Recital
- High School Musical
- Drum Line (JH-HS)
- Music Club (P3-I2)
Speech & Language Services:
- Speech and language therapy through the services of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Evidence-based speech therapy may emphasize improvements in the areas of articulation, voice, fluency, and receptive/expressive language skills.
Life and Social Skills Instruction:
- Integrated throughout the school day.
- Specific problem solving, time management, and organizational skills.
- Reinforced through classroom instruction, behavior therapy, physical education, and religious instruction.