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OLBS School
Welcome to
Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament
School
Principal's Message.....
Welcome to the Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament School web pages. The administration, faculty, and staff strive to be effective leaders and are dedicated to developing the gifts and talents of all children enrolled in our school. Fulfilling the spiritual, intellectual, and social needs of our students is our ongoing mission. Although these key areas of development are crucial to the formation of each student, of no less importance is the area of physical development. In addition to scheduled physical education classes, we provide a variety of athletic programs which are designed to enhance the overall health and well-being of our students.
Whether you are a member of our school community, a relative of one of our students, or simply curious as to what makes a good Catholic school successful, please feel free to browse through our web pages. If you have any questions, or would like to tour our school, please do not hesitate to contact us at (716) 685-2544.
Sincerely,
Sister M. Janita
Our School Mission Statement......
Dedicated to providing a quality Catholic education, we endeavor to serve the spiritual, intellectual, and social needs of children in Grades K-8 in a safe, nurturing, and faith based learning environment.
School Philosophy......
Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Elementary School is a Catholic parochial school serving the spiritual, intellectual, and social needs of children in grades kindergarten through 8th.
Spiritually, we proclaim our commitment to forming and nurturing lives of faith, rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church and manifested in a love of God and others.
Intellectually, we strive to foster a life long commitment to learning in an atmosphere that is both pleasant and conducive to successful instruction.
Socially, we endeavor to develop skills and values based on Christian ideals and principles best exemplified in the Gospel, namely, that of love and service. These skills, taught by both word and example, are crucial to the development of successful relationships that go beyond the school community.
In essence, our role at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament School is to guide the unique individuals placed in our care on their path to self-discovery. We trust that both the individual and the world will benefit.
Curriculum......
Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament School offers a curriculum which reflects our Christian beliefs and follows the New York State Learning Standards in conjunction with the mandates of the Department of Catholic Education of the Diocese of Buffalo.
The curriculum includes:
* Liturgical / Celebration
* Religion
* Mathematics
* Algebra
* Science
* Health
* Social Studies
* Language Arts
* Reading
* Reading Enrichment
* Literature - Grades 7 & 8
* Spelling
* Handwriting
* Spanish - Grades 7 & 8
* Technology
* Physical Education
* Music
* Art
* Drama
* Library
The goal of this curriculum is to develop the students' awareness of the religious, social, political, and economic challenges of our day. It is our hope that this acquired knowledge will be utilized for the betterment of society.
Our teachers are dedicated to teaching your child self-discipline and strive for academic excellence. This is proven as a majority of our students meet or exceed the standards of the NYS Assessments.
Religious Education
Religion is what makes Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament School different from public schools. Religion is the foundation of the school's philosophy. Therefore, each teacher considers it her/his duty and obligation to foster a spiritual atmosphere each day and across all subject matters.
Testing.......
Achievement tests (The Iowa Test of Basic Skills) are given annually to students in Grades 3, 5, and 7. This testing takes place during the fall, and is designed to track the students' growth from year to year.
The Cognitive Abilities Tests are a part of the Iowa Program and are administered in Grades 2 and 6.
The results of this testing program are valuable because they provide useful information in evaluating the students' progress. Vacations should not be planned during Iowa Testing week.
New York State Assessments will be administered according to New York State guidelines. Presently, testing is as follows:
* Grade 3 - Diocesan Religion Assessment
* Grade 4 - English Language Assessment
Mathematics Assessment
Science Assessment
* Grade 5 - Social Studies Assessment
* Grade 7 - Diocesan Religion Assessment
* Grade 8 - English Language Assessment
Mathematics Assessment
Social Studies Assessment
Science Assessment
Unit Tests are teacher-authored tests and are administered for periodic evaluation in Grades 3 - 8, at the conclusion of each teaching unit, in the five major content areas. Final exams in June are also administered in this fashion.
Grading Policy......
Assessing student achievement is a task that calls for justice and fairness in recording and reporting that achievement. Therefore, it is incumbent upon each teacher to set rubrics (rules, directions) for student performance that are concurrent with child development and the New York State Learning Standards, as well as being consistent with Diocesan and school policy.
Student achievement is to be assessed through:
* Class Work - Homework Completion
* Class Participation
* Weekly Tests and Quizzes
* Performance on Projects
* Unit Tests
* Standardized Tests
* June Examinations
In fairness to the student, all these areas are to be considered when preparing quarterly marks. The weight of each in the average may be determined by school policy.
Standards for Passing Grades......
Passing Marks for each grade level are as follows:
* Kindergarten, Grades 1 & 2 - Letter Grades
* Grades 3 - 8 - 70%
Report Card Marking Policy......
The student's actual grade for a specific subject is used both on the report card and on the student's permanent record card.
Graduation Requirements.......
Courses required for Graduation:
* English
* Social Studies
* Science
* Mathematics
* Foreign Language
* Health Education
* Physical Education
* Computer Technology
* Art
* Music
* Library
Sports........
Our school's sports program is dedicated to teaching each player self-discipline, and understanding of teamwork, and sportsmanship. The sports program consists of the following:
* Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Co-Ed Basketball
* 3rd - 8th Grade Girls and Boys Basketball
* Girls and Boys Volleyball
* Girls Softball
* Boys Baseball
* Cheerleading
Tours Available...
Call (716) 685-2544
or email: olbsdepewschool@hotmail.com
for an appointment!
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