UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
2ND GRADE, 3RD GRADE, 4TH GRADE, AND 5TH GRADE
ICCS educators in the Upper Elementary Program focus on a unique balance of academic, moral, and social development that targets specific learning milestones. Our research-driven teaching methods and best classroom practices encourage collaboration, cooperation, and the development of independent thinking. Collaborative and differentiated activities are specifically utilized to foster cognitive growth. Through a strong exploratory-based curriculum and cooperative learning experiences, our students are provided with content-focused enriched studies that put them on the path to success in our Middle School Program and throughout their academic careers.
Curriculum
Scientific Inquiry Focused
American Heart Association Teaching Garden (Pre-K-8th Grade)
Amplify Science (Kindergarten-5th Grade)
Sensory Integrated Literacy and Writing
Learning Without Tears (Pre-K-3rd Grade)
Phonics First (Kindergarten-5th Grade)
Handwriting Without Tears
S'Cool Moves: (Pre-K-2nd Grade)
Additional Curriculum
Amplify CKLA (Kindergarten-5th Grade)
Gallopade (Kindergarten-8th Grade)
McGraw-Hill (Kindergarten-8th Grade)
Daily Enrichment Classes (Pre-K through 5th)
Art
Computer Technology
Library
Music
Physical Education
Spanish
FLEX Enrichment Classes
In addition to regular daily enrichment classes, students in 4th and 5th Grade experience a rating flexible schedule of enrichments that include STEM, Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, The Best ME, and team building activities.
Religious Education & Faith Formation
Religious formation and spiritual development are at the heart of everything we do at Immaculate Conception Cathedral School. We live out the Catholic Faith as a school by providing the students with activities on the prayers of the Church and sacramental development:
- Adoration
- Advent Prayer Services
- Annual ICCS Feast of St. Francis Pet Blessing
- The Atrium (Catechesis of the Good Shepherd)
- Catholic Schools Week
- Class Led Service Projects
- Confession (2nd-8th Grades)
- Disciple of Christ--Education in Virtue Program (PK-8th Grade)
- First Communion (2nd Grade)
- First Penance (2nd Grade)
- Friendzy (social-emotional curriculum)
- Grade-Level Retreats
- Lenten Prayer Services
- Living Rosary Program
- Living Stations of the Cross
- May Crowning
- Praise Band/Choir
- School Masses
- School-wide Daily Angelus or Regina Coeli Prayer
ICCS welcomes families of any faith. Students are required to participate in Catholic Theology classes. Theology is considered a core subject and grades are included in the report card. During school Masses, prayer services, and any religious activity/event, we ask that all students attend and are reverent.
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Vision/Hearing Screenings
October 1, 2025
Pink Spirit Dress Day
October 1, 2025
MathCounts Practice
October 1, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
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Vision/Hearing Screenings
October 2, 2025
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Feast of St. Francis Pet Blessing
October 3, 2025 | 7:30 AM - 8:15 AM
Middle School Dance
October 3, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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7th Grade Retreat
October 8, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
MathCounts Practice
October 8, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Football Game at St. Louis 8th Grade Night
October 8, 2025 | 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
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4th Grade Retreat
October 10, 2025 | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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No School - Fall Break
October 13, 2025
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No School - Fall Break
October 14, 2025
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Geaux Blue for MSU Homecoming
October 15, 2025
Fall Sports Yearbook Photos
October 15, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Football game ICCS vs. W.W. Lewis
October 15, 2025 | 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
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PK/K Parent-Teacher Conferences
October 16, 2025 | 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Student Led Conference
October 16, 2025 | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Q1 Report Cards
October 17, 2025
1st Grade Retreat
October 17, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Kindergarten to CM Farms
October 17, 2025 | 8:15 AM - 2:00 PM
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Rose Viau's Birthday
October 20, 2025
Faculty and Staff Inservice
October 20, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Pre-K/K Parent Conferences
October 20, 2025 | 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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SLCHS Saint for a Day (8th Grade)
October 21, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Crying Eagle Spirit Night
October 22, 2025
MathCounts Practice
October 22, 2025 | 3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
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5th Grade Rally
October 23, 2025 | 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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SLCHS Orange, Blue, & You Middle School Dance
October 24, 2025 | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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Advisory Council Meeting
October 29, 2025 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Greenery Ends
October 31, 2025
Respect Life Rally
October 31, 2025 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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