St. Simon Stock School

On May 1, 2024, the Office of the Superintendent of Schools announced, with great sadness, that St. Simon Stock School in the Bronx will cease operations at the end of the current academic year. We understand that this is upsetting news, so we invite parents to visit https://catholicschoolsny.org/announcements for additional information on this development, who to contact, how to find alternative Catholic schools in the Bronx, and what to do next. Please check this page often for updates. > Read More
 

Our Kindergarten class is academically oriented with creative and interactive activities.  The teachers direct the children to learn the basic ground rules of "work". The three major learning area are Language (Phonics), Mathematics and Practical Life skills including manners, proper greetings and respect. Eventually, the children become more independent in completing the tasks set before them.

Note: Pre-K can participate in morning prayer with parental consent

First and second graders at St. Simon Stock School further dive into their Math and ELA education, beginning work with manipulatives and increasingly complex concepts. Students work on their core studies via whole class instruction and small group collaboration that fosters leadership skills, teamwork and critical analysis. In Science, they conduct hands-on experiments, and in Social Studies, they focus on American history. Project-based learning encourages creativity and develops macro thinking.

Third, fourth and fifth grade students assume greater responsibility for their learning and are challenged to further develop their foundational skills. Cross-curricular approaches encourage students to present and defend ideas in their speech and writing. English Language Arts continues with poetry, author studies, and independent reading, the New York Philharmonic school day program, art appreciation and the supervised after-school program with homework assistance and recreational activities augment the curriculum and ensure well-rounded interests.

Sixth, seventh and eighth grade students thrive as student role models as they prepare for high school, college and beyond. The middle school students benefit from a rigorous curriculum combined with arts and music that allows them to explore their interests and define their strengths. Through the Friends of Nick program, the student leaders build habits of integrity, hard work and compassion. Secondary advising is available for seventh and eighth grade students to help guide them through the high school application process.