First Grade Fall Learning
First grade had fun this week opening a pumpkin, counting the seeds, and then trying roasted pumpkin seeds.
First grade had fun this week opening a pumpkin, counting the seeds, and then trying roasted pumpkin seeds.
Learning can be fun and active. Here is a peek into Miss Dickerson's class..... Visit of the Wise Men Skits.... The students were divided into groups and each group had a Mary, a Joseph, and three Wise Men. The students…
Dear Families, Throughout the month of November, the Catholic Church prays for and remembers the faithful departed. The devotion to the Holy Souls in Purgatory holds a special place in my heart. A few years ago, I read "Hungry Souls" by Gerard…
On Thursday, October 22, the Lower School celebrated Monastery Day while the Upper School celebrated Vocation Awareness Day. Sister Marie Mechtild Wasserthal, R.S.M. and Sister Gilmary, R.S.M. visited with the Upper School students; they shared about the beauty and joy they have…
Our Montessori students have had a busy fall! Here are some pictures of their activities: Children are making maps, learning the names of the continents, their shapes, and locations. We are learning the parts of the leaf and that they…
At Regina Coeli Academy, we teach our students what to be; we do not teach them what not to be. Each month, students are recognized for the way they live the virtue of the month. Teachers are asked for names of…
Dear Families, Do you ever feel that your parenting style is at odds with the culture? How do you interpret the Fourth Commandment, "Honor your father and mother"? What virtue will help your children experience the best outcomes in life?…
Eighth grade is hammering out a Forum Presentation on Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein first published in 1818. Suspend your disbelief! In the throes of the Scientific Revolution, Dr. Victor Frankenstein has stumbled upon the capacity to animate lifeless matter. He careens into a feverish…
Congratulations to Josephine and Timmothy for being recognized for demonstrating the virtue of charity this month! God bless you!
On Wednesday, October 14, RCA moms and their children gathered for Muffins and Moms in the Church Hall. It was a wonderful way to start the day. Here are some pictures of this special event. Thanks to our moms for…
In a recent combined 7th/8th history class, students were challenged to create review questions in preparation for an upcoming history and writing assessment. The group synthesized many skills from researching and summarizing resources to note taking and outlines. Bonus question:…
In a time when Art is removed from the curriculum of many school districts, RCA recognizes the value of this creative outlet. During the first day of class, the students were paired and asked to reflect on the following questions:…
The Regina Coeli community will gather to honor our Blessed Mother twice this month. As the patroness of our school and the Mother of our Savior, Mary has a special place in our hearts. The rosary is a powerful prayer.…
Thanks to the generosity of our donors and all the hard work from the RCA staff and volunteers, there was an impressive amount of items in the Heavenly Treasures Market this year---books, religious articles, household/decorative items and clothing and more.…
Hey RCA—we want you to see you and the family on Thursday, October 1, 5:30 pm, at Penance and Chick-fil-A! The order is in: -500 nuggets -75 chicken strips -40 CFA sandwiches -25 Spicy CFA sandwiches -Mac and Cheese -15…
There is nothing like a good book! Check out what our students are reading...... 1st Grade: Little Bear by Else Holmelund Minarik (illustrated by Maurice Sendak) 2nd Grade: The Tale of Benjamin Bunny by Beatrix Potter 3rd Grade: Charlotte's Web by E.B. White 4th Grade: Stuart Little by…
Monday, September 21 wasn't just a school holiday, but an opportunity for RCA students and faculty to join in the March for Life in Harrisburg. Mass was held at Immaculate Conception BVM, where Bishop Efern Esmilla presided. Bishop prayed for…
On Friday, September 18, the RCA Student body came together to celebrate school spirit under the guidance of our patron saint for this year! RCA Spirit Day was a blast! It was a beautiful afternoon as our students gathered under…
Regina Coeli Academy is honored to partner with you in the education and formation of your children. Dear Families, I spent the past week at a leadership training in Denver, Colorado, alongside 80 administrators and board members from Christian schools…
Today, the first grade participated in a whole class activity using number words, numerals, and tens-frame representations. Impressive work!