Curriculum
Pilgrim Lutheran School offers a solid academic program that can be tailored to meet individual student needs. Students are provided with a strong foundation in fundamental academic skills. Curriculum highlights include:
- University of Chicago Math Program combined with an emphasis on the development of basic math skills
- Advanced algebra & geometry for upper grade qualified students
- Reading
- Language Arts
- Sciences (emphasis on hands-on approach)
- Social Studies
- History
- Geography
- Spanish language instruction (preschool through 8th grade)
- Religious Education
- Computer Lab
- In classroom computers with monitored internet access
- Art
- Music
- Band
- Theatrical Productions
- Physical Education
- Individualized programs for children with special needs
- Athletic programs for upper grades - basketball, cross country, track and field
- Field trips at all grade levels
- After school enrichment programs
Unique Grade Structure
Did you know that Pilgrim has a unique grade structure that supports the students need to function at different grade levels? Read more about Pilgrim's classroom structure here. This may be one of the reasons why the average Pilgrim 8th grade achievement test score is consistently nearly three grade levels ahead of national norms.
