Curriculum

From September through June classes are held for children and youth from preschool through senior high. And from Father's Day through the end of August, combined interclass activities are offered for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Middle school and senior high students continue to meet through the summer.

The Class Groupings for the Church (Academic) Year and Curriculum Themes

Preschool and Kindergarten
Every Year: Making new friends, celebrating holidays and getting to know Unitarian Universalism and the church

Grades 1 and 2
Year A: Jewish/Christian Heritage
Year B:  Search for meaning via Unitarian Universalist Principles

Grades 3 and 4
Year A: Jewish/Christian Heritage
Year B: Unitarian Universalist History and Principles

Grade 5
Every Year: Study of the world's religions through learning the tenets and practices of many faiths including visiting their houses of worship and attending services.

Grade 6-7-8
Year A: Social Justice, Diversity Education, Ethical Decision Making
Year B: Unitarian Universalist Principles, Values and History

Grade 9-12
Every Year: Spiritual exploration with the intent of developing a personal practice. Defining one's beliefs and articulating what Unitarian Universalism means for him or her.