This Fall, St. Louis Catholic Academy upgraded the desks in all classrooms. This may seem like a relatively minor improvement, but it is one that has a significant effect on teachers’ ability to customize their lessons and on students’ ability to learn.

The new desks are triangle shaped, allowing them to be configured for assignments where student interaction is necessary as well as everyday learning. Collaborative desks give teachers the flexibility needed for their changing learning environments.

The desk upgrade was made possible through grant funding.

St. Louis Catholic Academy (SLCA) third grade teacher Michelle Mueller is in her third year at the school. She considers SLCA to be a hidden treasure - one that witnesses faith, engagement and involvement.

Students express their faith in their kindness to one another, doing small things to help those around them and by making their prayers an expression of their faith. Michelle emphasizes to her students the importance of being engaged in their actions, believing in themselves and making use of the resources available to them to drive achievement.

She believes strongly in SLCA’s efforts to build trust and partnership with parents through communication. Michelle shares notes about student accomplishments as well as areas where a student might need a little extra practice. She also shares photos and information from the classroom so parents are engaged every step of the way.

Asked what she hopes her students remember from third grade, Michelle says, “that learning is fun and to be open to new ideas.” Michelle, as well as the students, faculty and staff of SLCA, are so grateful to all those who support the school. Without the generosity of the extended school community, the achievements of SLCA students would not be possible.

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St. Louis Catholic Academy students celebrated the life and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with activities throughout the school.

First grade students completed a hands on experience that showed them that we may look different on the outside, but we all look the same on the inside. This experience led to the students talking about how they can be more like Dr. King! Third grade students made a collaborative piece of art inspired by Dr. King’s dream.