Curriculum & Instruction
What is the Institute for Catholic Liberal Education?
Catholic liberal education is the cultivation of faith and reason for full human flourishing. Based in the liberal arts and sciences, this educational vision that was developed by the Catholic Church was the gold standard of formation for centuries. The proof of its success? It formed many of the holiest saints and keenest minds in history, including such greats as St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Thomas More, St. John Henry Newman, and Pope Benedict XVI.
Students of all abilities and backgrounds flourish as they develop tools of thinking and discover wondrous connections across the curriculum and within the world God made. It is as powerful in the 21st century as it was in the 16th, because it is based in the nature of reality and the nature of the human person. These students are forming habits of mind and heart that will serve them through life, helping them grow in the theological, intellectual, and moral virtues. Parents want their children to thrive. They grasp the value of this deeply human formation that nurtures the souls, not just the minds, of their children.
Our curriculum is based upon the state standards; the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), and is enhanced by rigorous curriculum guides written and published by the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. The curriculum guide for religious instruction is based on scripture, the catechism, and orthodox Catholic doctrine. Curriculum guides give direction to our program, and textbooks are used as a resource. All students attending SECS participate in all classes required by the State of Texas and the Office of Catholic Schools for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. We are also recognized as a S.T.R.E.A.M. Synergy School by the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.
Religion Program
All students attending St. Edward Catholic School attend religion classes given at their grade level. They also attend Mass and religious liturgical services as deemed appropriate by the pastor, principal, and/or teacher.
Students in second grade or above, who are baptized Catholics, have completed religious education during the previous school year, and are currently enrolled in religious education, are eligible to prepare for the Sacraments of Penance and Reconciliation, as well as the Sacrament of the Eucharist.
Parents of children who meet these requirements and who have a desire to celebrate the sacraments must contact their parish and follow the directives of their pastor. St. Edward parishioners are encouraged to visit https://www.saintedward.org/firsteucharistpreparationprocess or call the parish office at (281) 353-9774 for more information.