Grade Ages: 5 year - 7 years

Our Focus:

Foster a love of learning through engaging academics and strong values, while helping students grow in independence and confidence.

Curriculum:

  • Phonics/Science of reading-based and writing instruction
  • Foundational math skills (addition, subtraction, problem-solving)
  • Science exploration (nature, life cycles, weather, etc.)
  • Social studies focused on community and world awareness
  • Integrated faith formation and daily prayer
  • Art, music, and physical education
  • Social-emotional learning and character building

Special Classroom Activities:

  • Class plays or reading celebrations
  • Hands-on STEM challenges
  • Rosary and seasonal liturgies
  • Buddy programs with older students
  • Educational field trips (e.g., zoo, historical sites)
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Expectations:

  • Strengthen reading and writing fluency
  • Build confidence in problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Follow multi-step directions and classroom routines
  • Demonstrate respect, kindness, and responsibility

Teachers, Aides and Helpers

  • Mrs. Gretchen Engel

    Kindergarten Aid

    g.engel@sjsricelake.org

  • Mrs. Heather LaBonte

    Preschool / Classroom Aid

  • Mrs. Shannon Holthaus

    Preschool

    s.holthaus@sjsricelake.org

    715.234.7721

  • Mrs. Pat Western

    Kindergarten

    p.western@sjsricelake.org

    715.234.7721

  • Mrs. Wendy Denison

    2nd Grade

    w.denison@sjsricelake.org

    715.234.7721

  • Mr. Ryan Stridde

    PreK - 8 Physical Education and Health

    r.stridde@sjsricelake.org

    715-234-7721

  • Mrs. Emily Rose

    Kindergarten Aid / Art Teacher

    e.rose@sjsricelake.org

    715.234.7721

  • Mrs. Jennifer Nelson

    Special Education Teacher

    j.nelson@sjsricelake.org

    715.234.7721

  • Mrs. Alicia Kreier

    3k Preschool and Kindergarten Teacher

    715.234.7721 x 1010