Academics
What HFS offers
Holy Family School offers a safe, nurturing environment with spiritual and academic learning in a family-like atmosphere. The school consists of full time Pre-K programs for 4-year-olds, a part-time Pre-K program for both 3- and 4-year-olds, a full-day Kindergarten and 1st through 8th Grades, all in one building.
Our curriculum
- Catholic values woven into daily activities
- Academic standards set by the Diocese of Allentown and the Pennsylvania Department of Education
- IOWA Test of Basic Skills administered annually
- Accreditation by the Middle States Association of Schools and Colleges
Religion
Holy Family School strives to provide an atmosphere of love, patience and respect by stressing the importance of charity and kindness. Children attend Mass and are taught appropriate prayers in order to enhance their spiritual life. Students lead weekly Masses through liturgical readings and music. The Chapel in the school is available, and all are encouraged to visit whenever possible. Students are prepared for the sacraments of First Penance, First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Special school-wide activities include the Blessing of the Animals, Living Rosary, Heavenly Hallway, Living Stations during Lent, and May Crowning. Catholic Schools Week is also celebrated with many fun family activities.
Reading/Language Arts
Literature-based curriculum integrates reading, writing and grammar. Phonics instructions assist students in becoming proficient readers. Penmanship is taught in Kindergarten through 4th Grade, with cursive writing instruction beginning in the 2nd Grade.
Math
Diocesan guidelines and National and State NCTM standards are used to guide the Math instruction. Algebra I is offered to 8th Grade students who complete Pre-Algebra. Students participate in First in Math programs.
Social Studies
In the primary, intermediate and middle school grades, the subject is taught with units of study, technology and textbooks. This curriculum is enriched with school-wide events.
Science
All grade levels are inspired by hands-on learning incorporating textbooks, lab experiments, in-class activities and projects. Students also participate in the annual HFS Science Fair.