Lower School (K-4)
Our way of teaching
is just for girls.
WE SHAPE HANDS-ON PROJECTS IN A WAY THAT KEEPS GIRLS ENGAGED WITH NEW — AND CHALLENGING — CONCEPTS IN STEM AND THE ARTS.
As an extension of our early childhood philosophy, our Lower School approach uses highly interactive experiences to continue building each girl’s courage, social-emotional resiliency and appreciation of others.
Ursuline girls are trailblazers — unafraid to explore or try something new. They work together and think bigger about what they can accomplish.
QUICK FACTS
3
Lower School sports: soccer, cross country, track & field
10:1
Student-to-faculty ratio
100%
of Ursuline girls play an instrument (starting in grade 3)
PROJECT LEAD THE WAY
Through projects, girls learn skills in computer science, engineering and biomedical science, and grow interested in STEM careers.
ENRICHMENT CLASSES
Spanish, physical education, computer, art and music classes meet weekly.
SOCIAL STUDIES
Social studies classes focus on Louisiana history, U.S. regions, geography and economics.
STRINGS ORCHESTRA PROGRAM
Starting in 3rd grade, girls take an additional weekly music class to learn techniques for playing the violin, cello, viola and bass.
CLUB DAYS
Teachers share their passions and allow girls to explore their interests — from gardening and knitting to robotics and etiquette.
1:1 TECHNOLOGY
Girls use iPad minis in our 1:1 technology program in class.
RELIGION
Students develop their relationship with the Church, starting in kindergarten.
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
After-school program includes: Little Lions dance team, Mad Science club, Soccer Shots team, Young Rembrandts drawing class and more.
STEMARTS
CREATE a podcast to teach others about how to prevent concussions.
PAINT portraits inspired by the works of Picasso, Frida Kahlo and Vincent Van Gogh.
STAR in a Rising Stars theater production.
BUILD a timeline documenting a trailblazing woman's impact on the world.
DESIGN robots that deliver supplies at a hospital.
CONSTRUCT a rescue method for a trapped zoo animal.
CODE your own game using ScratchJr coding technology.
PROPOSE methods to keep epidemics from happening.
Athletics Teams
Note: In order for a student to practice or participate in Ursuline Academy Athletics, the student must submit all paperwork to their head coach prior to the start of the season. Forms may be found on the Parents Page.
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Basketball
![Cross Country (4th-7th)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721414374/ursulineneworleansorg/f2cjvflilud4bzmkdlpg/ccicon_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1721414374/ursulineneworleansorg/f2cjvflilud4bzmkdlpg/ccicon_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1721414374/ursulineneworleansorg/f2cjvflilud4bzmkdlpg/ccicon_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1721414374/ursulineneworleansorg/f2cjvflilud4bzmkdlpg/ccicon_1.png","width":1080}])
Cross Country (4th-7th)
![Soccer (3rd-7th)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721413955/ursulineneworleansorg/srj2cwqpxfq3naweo3u0/soccericon.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1721413955/ursulineneworleansorg/srj2cwqpxfq3naweo3u0/soccericon.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1721413955/ursulineneworleansorg/srj2cwqpxfq3naweo3u0/soccericon.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1721413955/ursulineneworleansorg/srj2cwqpxfq3naweo3u0/soccericon.png","width":1080}])
Soccer (3rd-7th)
![Softball]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721413871/ursulineneworleansorg/kvfn1vk8zlwjlrscmpdq/softballicon.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1721413871/ursulineneworleansorg/kvfn1vk8zlwjlrscmpdq/softballicon.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1721413871/ursulineneworleansorg/kvfn1vk8zlwjlrscmpdq/softballicon.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1721413871/ursulineneworleansorg/kvfn1vk8zlwjlrscmpdq/softballicon.png","width":1080}])
Softball
![Volleyball]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1721413693/ursulineneworleansorg/e8f6rfbzemg80xrjmesh/volleyballicon.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1721413693/ursulineneworleansorg/e8f6rfbzemg80xrjmesh/volleyballicon.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1721413693/ursulineneworleansorg/e8f6rfbzemg80xrjmesh/volleyballicon.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1721413693/ursulineneworleansorg/e8f6rfbzemg80xrjmesh/volleyballicon.png","width":1080}])
Volleyball
Help and Support
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELING
Students in K through seventh grade have a full-time elementary school counselor available daily for individual or group counseling. She provides support for students with personal or academic challenges, helps with problem solving, and guides them to develop positive attitudes and good relationships with peers, teachers and family members. Counselors utilize programs and resources that address the specific needs of the students which helps to enhance individual and social development.
The counselor also conducts class sessions covering topics such as anger management, communication skills, peer and family relationships, and more.
INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING SUPPORT
Ursuline Academy is designed to address the needs of every student, including those who have learning differences. The Academy's Individualized Learning Support Program is overseen by a Learning Specialist in elementary school. In addition to classroom adjustments, our specialists meet our students where they are and assist them in achieving their academic potential. A student must submit a psychoeducational evaluation within three years of the current academic year to qualify for both adjustments and the program.
