Academics
The Queen of the Universe curriculum challenges students to become thinkers and fosters a desire to learn.
Core Content Areas
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Religion
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English Language Arts/ Reading
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Mathematics—Eureka Math Grades K-6 Pre-Algebra 7th Grade/ Algebra 8th Grade
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Science
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Social Studies
Special Areas
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Art
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Physical Education
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Technology
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Spanish
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Music
Academic Programs
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K-8 Fishtank ELA
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K-8 Eureka2 Math
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Early Childhood Spanish Language Immersion Program Developed by the University of Notre Dame
Instruction
Students benefit from small class sizes with an average ratio of 14:1. The highly educated faculty regularly attend professional development workshops and collaborate to provide the best instructional practices in their classrooms.
Early Childhood Curriculum
Q of U's Early Childhood curriculum is child-centered and play-based. Social-emotional learning, oral language development, print awareness, and mathematical and scientific exploration are integrated throughout the day.
Technology
Tablets are deployed in grades K-3, and Chromebooks are deployed in grades 4-8. Teachers use Google Classroom or Seesaw learning management systems, document cameras, webcams, and video conferencing with both in-person and remote learners. Q of U students will become adept at using technology in their learning.
1st-8th Grade
Q of U equips students with Chromebooks and classrooms with interactive whiteboards to promote collaborative learning in various innovative forms. Teachers participate in workshops that provide them with the necessary tools to better serve across various subject & content areas. Parental involvement opportunities are provided to continue our partnership with parents in their children's education.
High School Preparation
Historically Q of U students are accepted into some of Chicago’s most prestigious private & public high schools including: Brother Rice, Cristo Rey Jesuit, De La Salle Institute, Marist, Mother McAuley, Queen of Peace, St. Lawrence, St. Rita, & Whitney Young.
