In Kindergarten, students at St. Joseph Catholic School continue learning through play while integrating research based teaching methods for success. Students continue learning phonics in order to develop fluency skills needed for comprehension. Emphasis is placed on learning how to write neatly and with ease along with coloring, cutting and pasting (just like in Pre-K) Students also learn the beginnings of independent and group work. Kindergarten uses themes such as fall, community helpers, space, and Clifford the BIG RED DOG's birthday integrated into all subjects throughtout the year to create fun and interesting lessons across all disciplines (math, science, social studies, and reading).