First grade at St. Peter's

The Program

In first grade, students are continuing to build on the knowledge and skills acquired in kindergarten. The subjects covered include English Language Arts, Math, Religion, Science, Social Studies, Art and Physical Education. Students participate in a variety of reading, writing, listening, and speaking activities, focusing on literacy development and critical thinking. Students continue working on number sense, addition and subtraction, and are introduced to time and money. Students learn about different people, jobs, and what it means to be part of a community. Students also investigate air and weather, sound and light, and animals and insects.

Teachers

Ms. Roxy Cano

Homeroom Teacher

Ms. Roxy Cano is a first-generation college graduate and passionate about teaching at schools in her community. She grew up in San Francisco’s Mission and Bayview Districts and has taught in both of these neighborhoods. Ms. Roxy is very excited to join St. Peter’s teaching community since this is her family’s parish school!

She began teaching in 2013 and since then has worked as both a Dual-Immersion teacher and English Plus teacher. In addition to her Bachelor’s Degree and Teaching Credential, Ms. Roxy has also earned a Master’s Degree in Education, both from the University of San Francisco.

Ms. Roxy’s classroom is an inviting, child-centered space where children and their families are respected and loved. She provides high quality academic instruction combined with sensitivity to the developmental needs of young children.

During her free-time Ms. Roxy enjoys being in nature, traveling, and spending time with her loved ones.

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Activities & Field Trips

Language Arts Rotations

First graders participate in small group Station Rotations to practice literacy skills and build confidence as readers.

end of year mass

Students get to help conclude the school year by planning and leading the End of Year Mass. Students are responisble for all elements of the mass, and it is a wonderful opportunity for them to showcase their literacy and leadership skills.