St. John Paul II Catholic Learning
Academics

In-Person Learning

St. John Paul II Catholic Learning is for Catholic homeschool families, located in North Dallas. Our five-day-a-week program provides a comprehensive education in the classical method, with formation in morality and virtuous living. We provide an opportunity for small in-person instruction two, three, or four days a week, as well as the lesson plans and needed resources to continually accompany parents as their children's primary educators.

Student exploring geology
Children having fun outside
Student working on math
Student reading in the grass

Full-Time Enrollment

4 days/week

Monday–Thursday

8:00 AM–2:00 PM

    Recommended

    Part-Time Enrollment

    3 days/week

    Tuesday-Thursday

    8:00 AM–2:00 PM

      Part-Time Enrollment

      2 days/week

      Tuesday & Thursday

      8:00 AM–2:00 PM

        All in-person instruction is conducted within a private residence in McKinney, Texas.

        What Every Enrollment Includes:

        • Personalized education plans tailored to each student
        • Hands-on, project-based learning that fosters curiosity
        • Support and flexibility for learning at home on non-in-person days
        • Christ-centered community focused on faith formation, academic excellence, and life skills
        • Social-emotional learning and virtue formation
        • Small group instruction (max 10 students)
        Students learning math
        Reading time outdoors

        Sample In-Person Schedule

        A balanced day of academics, prayer, and play.

        8:00–8:15

        Arrival & Morning Warm-Up

        Gentle arrival, quiet table work, reading, puzzles, games, or outdoor movement.

        8:15–8:30

        Morning Prayer, Circle & Emotional Check-In

        Prayer, Pledge of Allegiance, Socratic dialogue, and public speaking practice.

        8:30–8:50

        Poetry, Greek & Latin

        Poetry memorization, recitation, word study, and classical language exposure.

        8:50–9:40

        Core Academic Block I - Language Arts

        Leveled phonics, reading instruction, creative writing, novel studies, narration, and discussion.

        9:40–10:00

        Snack & Outdoor Movement

        Fresh air, gross motor movement, and reset time.

        10:00–10:50

        Core Academic Block II - Math

        Hands-on instruction, math games, guided practice, and small-group support.

        10:50–11:20

        Core Academic Block III - Religion

        Sacred Scripture, Catechism, saints, liturgical living, prayer instruction, and virtue formation.

        11:30–12:15

        Lunch & Indoor/Outdoor Free Play

        Unstructured play, relationship building, and rest. (Noon - Angelus Prayed together)

        12:15–1:00

        Core Academic Block IV

        Science (labs & experiments), History & Geography (timelines, maps, storytelling, projects), Individual academic support, read-alouds, enrichment tie-ins.

        1:00–1:35

        Enrichment Rotation

        Art & creative expression, music, drama, physical education, gardening, financial literacy, foreign language exposure, and life skills.

        1:35–2:00

        Project Time, Reflection, Prayer & Dismissal

        Journaling, long-term hands on projects, creative expression, closing prayer, clean-up, and dismissal.

        Learning at Home & Homework Expectations

        The majority of direct instruction takes place during our in-person learning days. For this reason, we aim for little to no homework afterward, so students can spend their afternoons building family connections, resting, and engaging in meaningful play.

        On at-home learning days, students are encouraged to work independently through thoughtfully designed assignments. Most families can expect about 60 minutes of learning per day, depending on the student’s age and pace.

        Ready to Apply?

        Start your journey with St. John Paul II Catholic Learning today.

        Admission Application