• • The social studies program includes students K-8 utilize We the People series of Pearson Publishing Company. Social Studies is taught both from a Native American perspective and incorporates Catholic Social Teachings. The Diocese of Phoenix specifies the focus for each grade as follows:
    • Kindergarten:              The Student
    • Grade One:                 The Family
    • Grade Two:                 Neighborhood and Community
    • Grade Three:               Neighborhood and Community
    • Grade Four:                 States and Regions, Arizona History
    • Grade Five:                 American History
    • Grade Six:                   Ancient Civilization
    • Grade Seven:              American History and Government
    • Grade Eight:               American History and Government