Departments

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Art
Mr. Patrick Matthews, Curriculum Specialist

The Art Department strives to give all students the opportunity for self expression through the visual arts. We offer a variety of courses that allow students to create works of art that explore different subject matter, topics and themes and develop skills using a variety of materials, techniques and processes. In addition, students will reflect upon, interpret and evaluate their own work as well as the work of others and examine the role that art plays in their lives and in the lives of people in a given time and place.

English
Mr. Vincent Raimondo, Curriculum Specialist

The English Department strives to build a community of active, competent, and confident thinkers, readers, writers, and speakers who - through their exploration into the timeless themes and universal truths of literature - make meaningful connections among texts, to themselves and to the world around them.

Language and Cultural Studies
Mrs. Martina Di Palma, Curriculum Specialist

We are committed to providing a cultural and academic setting conducive to the learning of a modern language through a comprehensive language program that includes required and elective courses chosen from the foundational and advanced offerings. Emphasis is placed on the four language acquisition skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking, as well as the study of the cultural aspects associated with the language.

Math & Business
Mrs. Raeann Kyriakou, Curriculum Specialist

The Math Department prides itself on fashioning a program that enables each student to achieve the maximum success, not only on standardized tests, but in Advanced Placement and college level courses. Our Mathematics and Business courses are aligned with the New York State Standards and structured to meet the needs, interests and abilities of students from diverse mathematical backgrounds. We offer foundational courses and senior electives in Mathematics and Business designed to help students develop competencies in analytical skills and communication, as well as in math and business skills to prepare them for college and beyond.

Physical Education
Mr. Louis Piccola, Curriculum Specialist

Xaverian High School is committed to a quality Physical Education, Health and Wellness program for every student. We emphasize an active process designed to enable students to make choices towards a healthier more fulfilling live by giving students the skills and knowledge needed to maintain an active lifestyle.

Religion
Mr. Brendan Moloney, Curriculum Specialist

The Religion Department aims to help develop in each student his intellectual, moral and spiritual potential, consonant with each one's dignity and religious tradition. We strive to enable students to be informed of the Catholic faith, Scripture and Tradition, and to be informed about other religions. A strong emphasis is placed on the concepts of social justice, service to the community, and the conviction that Catholic education is an expression of the mission entrusted to the Church by Jesus Christ.

Science
Mrs. Marie Tassan, Curriculum Specialist

The Science Department promotes interest and achievement in science through inquiry-based learning experiences. As research tells us, students can master curriculum content, become motivated, and increase critical thinking skills through inquiry-based learning. Students will begin their study of science at Xaverian with knowledge of the basic scientific process and progress to research design and experimentation based on major topics in the curriculum, as well as individual topics of interest. Of importance to the study of science are the dialogue between and the integration of science and our Catholic faith.

Social Studies
Mr. Richard Montalbano, Curriculum Specialist

The Social Studies Department strives to instruct our students to investigate both historic events and present day issues. As part of a global society, our goal is to enable our students to develop an understanding and appreciation of the diverse cultures, religions economies, regions and political systems in our world and an awareness of the relationships between them. We work to enable our students to arrive at educated conclusions and make logical decisions in our democratic society that are consistent with Gospel values.