At St. John Henry Newman Academy, we use the Memoria Press curriculum, a classical education program rooted in rich literature, traditional learning methods, and the cultivation of truth, beauty, and goodness. To meet the needs of all https://www.memoriapress.com/learners, we offer three distinct tracks: Accelerated, Moderated, and Simply Classical.
- Accelerated Track – Designed for advanced students who are ready to move at a faster pace and handle more challenging material. This track covers more content in a shorter time, allowing students to delve deeper into subjects and progress more quickly through grade levels.
- Moderated Track – The standard pace for most students, offering a balanced workload and a steady progression through the curriculum. This track maintains the rigorous classical education framework while giving students the time they need to master each concept.
- Simply Classical Track – Adapted for students with special needs or those who benefit from a gentler, more individualized approach. It integrates the beauty and richness of the classical tradition while providing built-in support, repetition, and modifications to help each student succeed at their own pace.
By offering these three options, we ensure that every child—whether advanced, on grade level, or in need of extra support—can thrive in a program tailored to their learning style and abilities.
In addition to Memoria Press, we incorporate other high-quality classical resources, including:
- Our Lady of Victory – Supplemental classical resource
- Kolbe Academy – Faith-integrated academic courses and record-keeping services
We partner with Kolbe Academy to provide an accredited record-keeping system for children’s grades and progress. This ensures that student work is officially documented and recognized, which is especially valuable for high school transcripts, college applications, and transitions between educational settings.
Inclusion & Individual Pacing at St. John Henry Newman Academy
At St. John Henry Newman Academy, our small-format, cottage school model allows every child to learn at an appropriate pace—academically, developmentally, and spiritually. Because our classes are intentionally small, instruction is not limited by the pace of a single learner, nor is it driven by a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
Instead, each child is taught as a unique person, capable of growth according to his or her own gifts and needs.
Learning Together — At Individual Paces
In an inclusive classroom, students may work at different academic levels within the same class environment. This means that:
- Children who need additional time or support receive it without stigma
- Children who are ready to move ahead are encouraged to do so
- Instruction can be adjusted through:
- Flexible grouping
- Differentiated assignments
- Enrichment and extension work
- Individualized pacing within the curriculum
A child may be learning alongside a peer with special needs while still being appropriately challenged, engaged, and even accelerated in his or her own studies.
Inclusion Without Compromise
Because of our small class sizes and personalized approach:
- Inclusion does not mean slowing down the class as a whole
- It does not require lowering academic expectations
- It does not prevent high-achieving students from advancing
Rather, it allows teachers to respond to each student—meeting some where they are and stretching others further—without sacrificing the peace, order, or integrity of the classroom.
A Natural Reflection of Human Dignity
We believe this approach reflects a deeper truth about the human person: every child is a gift from God, a soul with a unique path of growth. Learning, like faith, does not unfold on a uniform timeline.
By honoring individual pacing within a shared community, we form students who:
- Respect differences without fear
- Understand that gifts vary, but dignity does not
- Learn to walk alongside others without comparison
This is how inclusion at St. John Henry Newman Academy remains both compassionate and academically sound.