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SS.
Cyril and Methodius Parish in
Lemont, Illinois
Welcome to SS. Cyril
& Methodius School
Mission Statement
The Mission of SS. Cyril and Methodius School is to educate each unique
child by providing a foundation of Catholic values and academic
excellence. We do this in conjunction with the parent, the primary
educator, who we feel is the most significant partner in Catholic
education. Our Mission calls us to teach the message of Jesus, to
encourage service to others, and to prepare students to become life-long
learners.
Dear Parent
Welcome to SS. Cyril and Methodius School in Lemont, IL. Established
in 1884, our school educates students from preschool to eighth grade.
Our aim is to provide opportunities for each child to grow spiritually,
intellectually, physically and emotionally.
Our student's spiritual, intellectual, physical and emotional growth is cultivated with a strong religious education program, an advanced curriculum, and after school activities. Dedicated adults, including religious, professional staff and volunteer parents, play a significant role with their generous contributions of time, expertise, and caring attention. In addition, comprehensive facilities and support services enhance our students' development.
We invite you to share in our strong tradition of quality education in a Catholic environment.
Our Students' Spiritual Growth
SS. Cyril and Methodius is, first and foremost, a Catholic
institution. Many opportunities are available to our students
to enrich their faith lives.
Our Students
- attend and lector at weekly mass
- help prepare liturgies and prayer services
- volunteer as altar servers
- contribute as cantors
- work on service projects at each grade level
- attend seasonal Reconciliation services
- participate in Living Stations, May crowning, Christmas prayer service
- participate in the Faith Partners program, teaming upper grade students with lower grade students in their sacramental preparation
- receive daily religious instruction including prayer
- participate in sacramental preparation programs (Reconciliation and Eucharist in Grade Two; Confirmation in Grade Eight)
- celebrate Catholic Schools Week through all school liturgy and prayer service
- vocational awareness programs
Our Students' Intellectual Growth
Academically, we have a strong program in every grade level.
We strive to meet individual needs while reaching for the potential in
each student through high expectations.
Kindergarten
Some of the features of our kindergarten program
include:
- full-time teacher aides
- whole language instruction with emphasis on phonics
- big books
- manipulatives
- "Math Their Way"
- hands on science approach
- creative art program
- weekly physical education
- educational and recreational field trips
- accommodating schedule
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Grades One through Four
The features of the academic program developed for our students
in grades one through four include:
- full-time teacher aides in grades one through fout
- continued focus on whole language instruction with emphasis on phonics
- daily instruction in reading, language arts, math and religion
- semester-long instruction in science and social studies
- core curriculum supplemented by instruction in music, art, and physical education
- printing instruction in grades one and two; cursive instruction in grade three
- use of computer labs
- partial departmentalization in preparation for upper grades
- Resource Center staffed by a full-time librarian
- educational and recreational field trips to enhance learning principles
Grades Five through Eight
Students in our upper grades benefit from the following program
features:
- departmentalization - teachers teach in their field of specialization
- pre-algebra instruction in grade seven; algebra instruction in grade eight
- Macmillan Literature Program integrated in curriculum starting in grade six
- core curriculum supplemented by instruction in music, art, and physical education
- frequent use of IBM-network computer lab
- Family Life Program
- D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program introduced in grade five
- G.R.E.A.T. (Great Books reading-the-classics) program introduced in grade seven
- educational and recreational field trips including eighth grade Washington D.C. trip
Academic Challenges
Our academic program extends beyond the classroom with additional academic
challenges such as:
- Midwest Talent Search, an opportunity for academically-gifted students to take ACT or SAT exam
- Science Fair with school, regional and state competition
- History Fair with school, regional and state competition
- Chicago Tribune Spelling Bee
- Quigley Seminar Academic Competition
- Providence Academic Competition
- writing contests
- art contests with local and regional competition
Our Students' Extracurricular Opportunities
Our students are not only physically active, but are learning the
life-long skill of teamwork in physical activities such as:
- organized athletic programs
- boy's basketball, grades 4-8
- girl's basketball, grades 4-8
- boy's volleyball, grades 7-8
- girl's volleyball, grades 5-8
- cheerleading
Through a variety of other extra-curricular activities, our students build their self-esteem and foster their maturity by participating in:
- Student Council
- Yearbook
- Bi-monthly newspaper (Comet Communicator)
- Safety Patrol
- School plays and talent show
- Stock Market investment program
- Great Books reading-the-classics program
- School dances and rollerskating parties
- Student Choir
Dedicated Adults
SS. Cyril and Methodius School is a success because of the dedication and
commitment of many adults including our:
- Priests and deacons who are actively involved in school activities
- principal who has 31 years experience as a leader in Catholic education
- teachers, many of whom have been recognized for their teaching excellence
- classroom aides who provide additional one-on-one attention to our students
- full-time resource teacher and full-time librarian who enhance our students' learning experiences
- professional office staff who are committed to students, parents and faculty
- two custodians who maintain our facility with pride
- parents, who time is invaluable, volunteering as:
- computer helpers
- helpers for fund-raiser programs Manna food and merchandise certificates and Market Day frozen food sales
- room moms
- field trip chaperones, School Board members
- Mothers' Club members
- Athletic Commission members & coaches
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Comprehensive Facilities and Support
Our students' academic development is enhanced with comprehensive
facilities and support services such as:
- personalized instruction
- fully equipped computer lab
- fully equipped science lab for upper-grade students
- well-equipped learning resources center
- attached gymnasium for sports and activities
- daily hot lunch program and special lunches
- bus service through Lemont-Bromberek School District 113
- testing and referrals through Lemont-Bromberek School District 113
Why Sould You Choose SS. Cyril and Methodius School?
It's a choice based on a commitment to:
- Students' spiritual growth
- religious education includes daily classroom instruction, participation in weekly mass and special liturgies, and sacramental preparation
- Students' intellectual growth
- advanced academic curriculum and learning resources such as the computer lab, science lab and learning resource center promote intellectual development
- Our students score higher than 80% of the national norm on standardized test
- graduating students have won scholarships to Joliet Catholic Academy, Marmion Academy, Providence and Brother Rice
- Students' physical and emotional growth
- physical education and athletic programs enhance students' physical well-being and introduce them to working and playing as a team
- extra-curricular programs bolster students' self-esteem and foster emotional maturity
... and backed with the full support of committed religious, faculty, professional staff, and parents.
Our belief is that SS. Cyril and Methodius students will make a difference in the future - - we are committed to providing them with a Catholic environment in which to make that difference!
Information for admission & placement requirements is available upon request.
If you would like to see SS. Cyril and Methodius School, please call to make an appointment. (630 257-6488)
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