Health
& Fitness
Curriculum focuses on healthful
nutrition and developmentally appropriate objectives in the areas
of flexibility, endurance, strength, and agility.
Fine Arts
Music
and visual arts are presented as a combination of history, performance,
appreciation, and practice, all with a multicultural approach.
Mathematics
University of Chicago and Everyday Math stresses computation as
well as a full range of mathematics including data collections
and analysis, probability and statistics, geometry, and algebra.
Reading / SFA
Reading is taught in small, homogenous classes of students using
multiple strategies, including cooperative learning and one-to-one
tutoring. Phonics, word attack, comprehension, and study skills
are taught through literature.
Science
Active, hands-on explorations help students build their understanding
of the key scientific concepts and big ideas that explain our
world.
Social
Science
A project-based program emphasizes the use of children's literature
in social studies instruction. Projects and activities are often
cross-curricular and are guided by a multi-cultural perspective
and respect for diversity.
Writing / Language Arts
Writing is taught in all subject areas so students learn to write
for many purposes and audiences. As they become more fluent writers,
students hone their skills in the mechanics of spelling punctuation,
and grammar.