In the Diocese of Metuchen the Catholic Schools adopt and adapt the core curriculum of the State of New Jersey. We take the core curriculum of our state and teach it in and through the lenses of our Catholic faith and values. We are a K-12 system of schools. We strive to provide a rich and challenging program for all of our students. We honor the students' diversity of learning styles through the use of a variety of teaching styles, strategies and materials. The integration of all of the arts of language - reading, writing, listening and speaking - permeates all of our content areas. We use the tools of technology to enhance and enrich our curriculum. We view music, art, physical education and world languages as basic areas of study.
Technology
The tools of technology (computers, software, cameras, Internet.) are integrated into all areas of our curriculum. We use these tools to enhance and deepen the knowledge base of our students. We want the teachers and students to use appropriate technology in the midst of the learning right in the classroom. We expect the students to use technology to produce final projects and products.
««Diocesan Curriculum Guidelines* (PDF files - SEE LIST ON LEFT):
Early Childhood
Learning Centers in the Early Childhood Classroom ( 
280KB)
Diocesan Positively
Early Childhood Curriculum Guide -2003 (PDF 1.5MB)
Sample
Forms (PDF 220 KB)
Suggested Topic Themes:
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Fine and Performing Arts
Standards for Visual Arts - 2008
( PDF, 35KB)
New Jersey Visual and Performing Arts Curriculum Guide – 1999.
Health
Health and Wellness - Curriculum Standards and Outcomes (2007).
Language Arts
- Curriculum Introduction
- Language Arts Introduction
- K - 4th grades
- 5th - 8th grades
- High School
- Resources
Math (NEW 2007)
- Rubric for Acceptance: Algebra 1
- Pre-K
- K-2
- Third Grade
- Fourth Grade
- Fifth Grade
- Sixth Grade
- Seventh Grade
- Eight Grade
- Math Content - Grade Nine Algebra
Math Links:
Physical Education
Physical Education Standards - 2008 ( PDF, 38KB)
New Jersey Comprehensive Physical Education Curriculum Guide – 1999.
RELIGION
Elementary
Wisdom for the Third Christian Millennium 82002
Secondary
Diocesan Religious Education Curriculum Guidelines for Secondary Schools – 1997
*To order guide: Phone: 732-562-1990 x 1310 or email: pmartin@diometuchen.org
Social Studies 
- Introduction
- Reference Section
- Kindergarten
- Grade 1
- Grade 2
- Grade 3
- Grade 4
- Grade 5
- Grade 6
- Grade 7
- Grade 8
- Grade 9-10
- Grade 11-12
Social Studies Educational Links
- Russia
- United Nations
- Economic and Social Development
- Ancient Egypt Webquest
- Social Studies Webquests
Science
New Jersey Science Core Curriculum
New Jersey Science Curriculum 2005
(large files, please be patient while downloading)
- Resources K - 4 ( PDF, 314KB)
- Content K - 4 ( PDF, 465KB)
- Activities K -4 ( PDF, 904KB)
- Resources K - 8 ( PDF, 625KB)
- Content 5 - 8 ( PDF, 638KB)
- Activities Grade 5 ( PDF, 407KB)
- Activities Grade 6 ( PDF, 512KB)
- Activities Grade 7 ( PDF, 637KB)
- Activities Grade 8 ( PDF, 604KB)
Science Educational Links 
- Full Option Science System (FOSS)
- Eisenhower National Clearinghouse Resource Search (ENC)
- Elementary, Secondary, and Informal Education (ESIE)
- National Science Foundation (NSF)
- Inquiry-Based Education – Theory
- Inquiry –Based Education Page
- Inquiry Unit Sample – Astronomy
- Center for Inquiry-Based Learning
- Classroom Assessment and Inquiry
World Languages
New Jersey World Languages Curriculum Guide – 2004.
Writing
Writing Rubric ( PDF, 26KB)
(from Terra Nova but should be used in all grades for writing)
