Kindergarten through Grade Eight, 2022-2023

In-Person Classes in the Parish Center

As we bring the students back into the church for their classes, we want to make sure all families feel comfortable. Our goal is to have no more than 45-50 students total in the church for class at the same time. This will help to assure that we may continue classes if there are any changes in health conditions that may occur (hopefully not). Planning our schedule this year has required some juggling of numbers and calendar dates.

Below you will find the days and times offered for classes this year. Please note, classes do not meet every week.  You will find more detailed calendars by clicking on the buttons below, or the approriate page in the Faith Formation drop-down menu on the left. Please review the class calendar before making your class choice. You will notice that most grades will meet less often than in past years. This is necessary to plan for lower numbers of students present in the Parish Center. Please register early to assure your class choice. Classes will be filled in the order registrations are received.

The past few years have been difficult. If your child has missed attending grade one, grade nine or any grade(s) we welcome you and will help you get started in their current grade.

 

*Sunday classes follow the 9:30am Family Mass and will include discussions of the Mass readings. It is our hope that families and children will attend the 9:30 Family Mass and join us in the Parish Hall afterwards for juice, coffee and munchkins before class begins.
**Preparation for the Sacraments of First Penance and First Communion in grade two and Confirmation in grade 10 are two-year programs.

 

Our Classes Will Have a New Format

• Opening prayer in a prayer circle (grades k,1,2,3) or in the church (grades 6,7,8).
• Large group lesson led by Joanne Curry or Rich Griffin. We will incorporate videos, music and possibly speakers in these lessons.
• This will be followed by smaller groups of about 10 children with a teacher to further go over the lesson and participate in crafts or service activities.
• A family-based lesson/activities to do at home between classes.

Home Study Choice for Grade K,1,3,4,5,6,7,8

We strongly encourage families to choose in-person classes which will be held once or twice each month in the parish center. In addition to attending weekly Mass, these in-person classes offer the children an opportunity to become a part of our parish community.  In-person classes will have lessons that include time in the church, videos, and service activities.

We respect a family’s decision to choose home study and will work with you during the year. Families will be provided a text and outlines of grade-level lessons as well as some grade-level crafts or activities. Families (parent and child) will attend three meetings during the school year so that we may provide support to your home study.

We look forward to a wonderful year!
Joanne  Curry
St Timothy Faith Formation Director
[email protected]      781-710-4072 (cell)

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