Academics

• Curriculum
• Spanish Program
• Homework Club
• Accelerated Reader Program
• Art in Action
• Science Fair
• Resource Department
• Parent Education Websites
• Junior High Information
• High School Admissions Info

Resource Department

Our Resource program provides a variety of opportunities to assist our teachers in differentiating their instruction, thereby allowing individual students to reach their full potential.

Differentiated Instruction

Members of the resource team go into the classroom to teach small groups in reading, writing, and math. Groupings are flexible and at teacher's discretion.

Individualized Instruction

Individuals who need support in their curriculum can come to work with a member of the resource team at a designated weekly time or on an as-needed basis. Items include: extended time on tests, oral testing, and modified curriculum.

Student Success Teams

Resource meets with the faculty in an informal assessment structure to define the needs of an individual child (strengths, concerns, interventions). When appropriate, resource facilities formalized meetings between parents and faculty to monitor the progress of students.

Homework Club

Resource teachers provide homework club after school on Tuesday and Thursday to assist students with any academic needs (3:00 to 4:00pm). Learn more about Homework Club.

Parent Education Websites

The following websites provide general information for the public about learning/attention difficulties. Some organizations offer parenting classes which cover a variety of topics, while others feature speakers who are recognized for their expertise in specific areas of parenting and/or health issues. These classes may serve as a helpful learning tool and/or an opportunity to share ideas with other parents. Please take time to preview the upcoming events listed on these websites to see if they may be of interest. As we are not always familiar with the content, we are unable to make specific recommendations. Learn more about Parent Education Websites

Resource Department Staff

Mrs. Peggy Keate

Mrs. Keate has been teaching at St. Matthew's for over 20 years. She has taught a variety of grades and enjoys the opportunity of sharing her knowledge and experience within the Resource Department.

Ms. Jennifer Bentitou

Ms. Bentitou joined the Resource Department in 2008 after teaching first grade for two years and and third grade for six years at St. Matthew's.