Welcome to the IHM Religious Education Web Page!

Here you will find information for families and teaching staff as well as general information about the program. We hope you find this information useful and informative.

As you can see from our Mission Statement, we are here to assist you in the faith formation of your child. As proclaimed during your child’s baptism, you are the first and best teachers of your child in the ways of the faith. For our support to be effective, we suggest that you reinforce the concepts presented in the classroom by:

 

1. Talking to your child about each class. Most teachers send home informational letters on a regular basis (weekly or at the start of each unit) to provide a springboard for discussions.
2. Helping with any homework that has been given. Depending on the class, this may entail written work that is handed in, reading in preparation for discussions, sharing thoughts about a topic, or other activities.
3. Sitting in on a class to see first hand what is happening.
4. Making class a priority by arriving on time and minimizing missed classes. When a class must be missed, talk with the teacher about what you can do to make up the missed work.
5. Participating in the Mass with your child and letting them see you practicing what they are hearing preached.

 

Children are great imitators and they know what we value because they are constantly watching us. Your child’s teacher is with him/her only about 30 hours each year and will not have much of an effect on their spiritual development if the lessons are not reinforced by what they see practiced at home. You show us that you value your child’s religious education by sharing them with us. Show your child you value his/her religious education by sharing your faith with them!

Check here often for seasonal activities, articles, and notes! 

 

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Religious Education Program is to support the faith community members in their lifelong quest to learn about, understand, and share their faith in God. This support includes but is not limited to:

• Assisting parents/guardians in preparation for their child’s Baptism.
• Assisting parents/guardians in sharing their faith with their children through Religious Education classes for students beginning in first grade.
• Assisting parents/guardians in preparing their children for the reception of the Sacraments of Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation.
• Assisting couples in their preparation for the Sacrament of Matrimony.
• Providing materials and space for group Bible Study.
• Assisting people interested in learning more about the Catholic Church through the RCIA Program.
  

 

Keeping Our Children Safe

We have implemented many procedures, programs, and safety measures to ensure the safety of the students in the Religious Education Program at IHM. Please see the following document: Keeping Children Safe

 

TO: Parents And Adults Who Are Concerned About Child Safety

FROM: The Roman Catholic Diocese of Burlington; Office of Safe Environments

RE: The Protecting God's Children Program for Adults

 

To learn more about the Diocese of Burlington's Safe Environment Office, their programs, and their mission, visit their web site at http://www.vermontcatholic.org/SafeEnvironment/.  You will find  in-depth information as well as the entire United States Conference of Catholic of Bishops (USCCB) document, The Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.

 

 

BRAND NEW TEXT BOOKS FOR GRADES 1 THROUGH 8

We are excited to announce that we have a brand new text book series for Grades 1 through 8! We will be using the “We Believe with Project Discipleship” and the “We Live Our Faith” books from Sadlier Religion Publishers. The materials have been update for the changes to the Roman Missal which will take place the first week of Advent this year.

 

In addition to the new materials for the classroom and home school programs, this series has a web site with activities, articles, and resources for students, parents, and teachers!  Check it out at www.sadlierreligion.com/webelieve/