STELLA SCHOLA is a public school which offers a rich, classical learning environment based on historical themes for sixth through eighth grades. PHILOSOPHY Students learn by immersing themselves in a theme spanning as many subjects as possible, where they are engaged in learning that relates to real life. We believe that ALL students can be successful in a positive, supportive environment where they can realize the rewards of hard work. Students realize that self esteem comes from doing their best on meaningful and challenging tasks/activities. Having the same teacher for most of the school day makes integration of subject matter easier, helps promote curricular continuity, and increases the student's sense of belonging during these years of adjustment. EMPHASIS The emphasis at Stella Schola is on mastery learning for all students. By enriching and integrating as many subjects as possible into a year-long historical theme, students will learn from the past to make better choices and decisions in the future. Curriculum is strongly supported with classic literature. STUDENT BENEFITS Solid education based on historical themes and supported with classic literature High academic standards Comprehensive curriculum that is aligned with the LWSD profile & state EALRs Staying with the same teacher for five periods provides strong support for students Personalized learning environment Curricular emphasis on the fundamentals of classic literature & reading, writing & grammar, mathematics, history, and science Year-long Latin course (7th grade), Spanish (8th grade) Integration of fine arts & art appreciation Hands-on enriched learning activities Integration of technology Daily physical fitness/band class Positive learning environment Strong sense of team is developed Community service component Relevant daily homework to support classroom learning		I have learned that school is fantastic! I used to hate school and now I look forward to every, single day! There is always something exciting happening here! For example, in history (which I used to hate, but don’t any more) we have learned so many interesting facts about the people … not just dates, but about the way people lived and died. It is so interesting that now I want to be a history major in college! ~ Hannah (Fencing occurs in the 7th Grade) One activity that I have enjoyed a lot was fencing. Fencing, to me, was interesting and indubitably fun! I learned that what I see in the movies isn't always real. I learned that there are three different attacks, but you can always parry or retreat. I guess life is like that too ... if you have a tough task to do, you should take initiative. If things get tough, you can always parry or retreat, but you should at least try. ~ Kevin