academics
A Strong Academic Foundation for Future Success
Catholic schools are known for their high standards of success. Beyond high expectations, students will benefit from tailored, data-informed instruction from their teachers. In Consortium classrooms, your child will learn how to build their strengths, work with others and problem solve. Because we know children come to our schools at many different levels of learning ability, we focus on serving the whole child.
Nurturing Minds at Every Stage
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Early Childhood
The youngest of learners can start in the early childhood programs for preschool and preK at our schools. It is here where they will learn to love the idea of learning! Each child will also develop the social skills necessary to move on to kindergarten and beyond.
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Grades K-4th
Starting at the beginning of the educational journey, the Consortium prioritizes collaborative learning and service to others. Small class sizes make it possible for teachers to get to know students and their learning styles. This individualized approach allows for a variety of teaching methods, including hands-on activities, technology integration, and project-based learning, so that we can cater to the variety of student needs and abilities.
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Middle School 5th-8th
Middle school teachers at Consortium schools encourage curiosity, critical thinking and other habits that help students prepare for a successful transition to high school.
Our schools follow the curriculum standards set by the Archdiocese of Omaha. Read more about the archdiocesan academic approach.
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Student Services and Resources
Children of all academic levels learn differently. We aim for positive student outcomes for all. Part of the academic experience each student receives can include:
- Counseling from Consortium school counselors and/or Catholic Charities licensed mental health providers
- Title I Support
- Accommodation Plans/Equitable Service Plans
- Individualized Education Plans (IEP)
Student Success By the Numbers
Students take the STAR standardized test three times per year to measure progress in various content areas. They also complete a questionnaire multiple times per year related to their school experience. The survey includes questions related to how they are supported in their classrooms and schools.
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62%At least 6 of every 10 Consortium students can read at or above their grade level -
92%A majority of Consortium students report positive and supportive relationships as part of their daily school experience.
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$710,269The Consortium makes significant investments in curriculum, new materials and professional development for school staff. -
15Certified teachers across our schools have an average of 15 years of experience.
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3xSTAR standardized test is given 3x throughout the year to track academic progress in reading and math. Scores consistently show student performance above public school peers. -
78%+8th graders matriculate to a Catholic high school
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Social Emotional CurriculumAcademic success isn’t our only focus.Starting in Fall 2024, all six of our schools will be using a social-emotional learning (SEL) program called Friendzy. Friendzy focuses on creating a positive school culture where every student feels safe and supported in their learning journey. The program offers a combination of Biblical, social, emotional, and academic teachings for students in PreK through 8th grade. It covers important skills like respect, confidence, problem-solving, and communication, and helps integrate these lessons into our Positive Behavior Interventions framework. To track progress, students will take the Friendzy Insights Assessments twice a year. These assessments will give us valuable feedback on how well students are learning the key SEL skills. This will help us gather clearer data on how effective our SEL instruction is, beyond just surveys, and guide us in supporting every student’s growth. |