Academics Rooted in Faith & Excellence

Notre Dame ACE Academy curriculum from Kindergarten through 8th Grade

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From our elementary grades to our rigorous middle school, we prepare students for academic success and faithful living.

The ACE Academy Difference

As a Notre Dame Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) Academy, we benefit from research-based curriculum, ongoing teacher training, and proven best practices from 100+ top Catholic schools nationwide.

What ACE Academy Means for Your Child

  • Rigorous Standards: Curriculum aligned with national academic benchmarks and Catholic education excellence
  • Expert Teachers: Faculty receive ongoing professional development from Notre Dame education specialists
  • Faith Integration: Catholic identity woven into every subject and school experience
  • Continuous Improvement: Regular assessment and data-driven instruction
ACE Academy Model

Core Curriculum Areas

Religion & Faith

Daily religion class, weekly Mass, prayer, sacrament preparation, service projects, and moral formation rooted in Catholic teaching.

English Language Arts

Reading, writing, grammar, literature, vocabulary, and communication skills using research-based curriculum.

Mathematics

Problem-solving, computational skills, and conceptual understanding. Algebra I available for advanced 8th graders.

Science

Hands-on experiments, STEM activities, scientific inquiry, and wonder at God's creation in the natural world.

Social Studies

History, geography, civics, and cultures explored through Catholic social teaching and global citizenship.

Enrichment Classes

Art, music, physical education, technology, Spanish, and library integrated weekly throughout the school year.

Beyond the Classroom

High School Preparation

Dedicated HSPT test prep for 7th-8th graders, high school placement counseling, academic skill development, and application support. Learn more

Technology Integration

Chromebooks for grades 3-8, digital literacy skills, coding basics, research skills, and responsible online citizenship.

Differentiated Instruction

Small class sizes enable teachers to meet each student where they are—from intervention support to enrichment challenges.

Programs & Enrichment

Athletics, Student Council, National Junior Honor Society, Spelling Bee, Science Fair, and more. View all programs

Our Students Excel

100% Teachers Hold Bachelor's Degrees

Where Our Graduates Attend High School

St. Augustine alumni are thriving at top Catholic and college-prep high schools including:

  • Archbishop Hoban High School
  • Walsh Jesuit High School
  • St. Vincent-St. Mary High School
  • Our Lady of the Elms High School
  • Other selective private and public high schools

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