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 Curriculum Preschool Curriculum Guidelines Bible Children are taken on an exciting journey through the Scriptures as they learn about God. The foundational principles of character traits such as obedience and kindness are established with children through exciting Bible stories. Many of these principles are taught through songs. The teaching of Christian values and character is at the core of each Bible lesson, as well as the entire learning process. Chapel This is a special time each day where the teachers and students join in prayer, singing and praising God for loving us. One day each week, our younger children join our older students for chapel in our church sanctuary. Mathematics Students work on counting skills up to the number 15, as well as recognition of numbers in print up to 5. Students will begin to recognize and identify written numbers, shapes and colors. Students also begin to build basic math concepts through sets, ordering items by size, sorting, grouping and identifying one-to-one correspondence. Students learn to identify, copy and extend simple patterns such as the ABAB and ABCABC patterns. Students will demonstrate an understanding of positional concepts such as up, down, over and under. Science Graph understanding will be introduced as well as learning what they are for and understanding a group that shows more or less. Using the senses is an important part of learning about the world. Mrs. Faison will guide students to use their senses to observe, describe and compare objects and events. Tools and measuring devices, such as rulers and measuring cups, are used to gather information. We will also explore nature and study the beautiful world God created. Social Studies Our young students will work to understand self-awareness and family. Students learn to state their first and last name, and are encouraged to express pride in their accomplishments. Artwork will be displayed for the class and parents to see and students are praised for their work in the class. Students begin exploring community jobs and activities related to the jobs. Family experiences and traditions are an important part of the students' social development. Students learn to name family members, talk about family experiences and traditions and share stories. Language Arts Our young students will develop an understanding of new vocabulary words by following directions and follow one-step directions that include new vocabulary words. New vocabulary words will be introduced into conversation through teacher-directed activities such as naming pictures. Students will begin to recognize and understand the concept of rhyming. Students begin listening for beginning word sounds and learn to match words with the same beginning sound. Story time is an important part of understanding letters and how they work together to create words. Students are given some time each week in the reading center that allows them to choose books on their own and develop a love of reading. Physical Education Students will participate in activities that improve both their fine and gross motor skills, teach the importance of being physically fit, as well as sportsmanship and how to interact with their peers. Music Musical games and movement, fun songs, steady beat and rhythm stick activities are a part of our music program. Students will develop listening skills as they learn to accompany songs with simple instruments. Technology Students begin an introduction to computers. Basic skills are introduced to start their journey towards technological literacy. Spanish Students are introduced to Spanish vocabulary through interactive games and songs. Learning Centers The learning centers are areas of the classroom that are designed to allow children the freedom to explore games, literacy, math and science activities as well as art, dramatic play and building activities. Mrs. Faison will facilitate learning in these centers by offering materials that encourage the children to explore and develop new skills. However, the teacher does not direct the learning as the children explore freely within the center. Recess Gross motor activities, free play, and lots of time to socialize are crucial to a young child's development. A daily playtime is provided on the outside playground. Back to Top Curriculum Guidelines for Kindergarten The overall goal is to prepare the children for the school social environment, give them the preparatory skills needed for success in reading, writing, and math, and lead them to Jesus whose love is unconditional. Bible Weekly and/or monthly Bible units are theme based and the theme spills over into art, music, social studies and science activities. A weekly memory verse from the Bible is given. Language Arts Foundations teaching materials and methods will be used. Letter sounds are taught from the start, in addition to letter recognition. Additional handwriting practice is given through use of A Reason for Writing. Students are introduced to dictionary skills, alphabetizing, sight words and decoding simple CVC (consonant vowel consonant) words. Math Harcourt Math teaching materials and methods will be used. Students are introduced to classifying, patterning, matching, counting, sequencing, geometry, graphing, measuring, money and time, as well as beginning addition and subtraction. Games, activities, manipulatives and music are incorporated to assure learning is fun. Science/Social Studies Families, obedience, animals, thankfulness, friends, plants, community helpers, conservation, helpfulness, 5 senses, Pilgrims, and the Nativity are some of the themes we cover. Guided Play Experiences are provided daily through "centers" exploration. Back to Top Curriculum Guidelines for Grades 1-4 The overall goal is to create a learning environment where the student achieves mastery in curriculum areas, teaching is students centered, curriculum is authentic, relevant, meaningful, standards based and places the student as a critical thinker and problem solver. Education includes all learning types. Bible The whole curriculum is Bible-based and crosses over to other curriculum areas. Activities will include stories, weekly memory verses, and hand-on instruction. Handwriting Workbook: A Reason for Writing
Language Arts
A language arts literacy program that integrates reading and writing through an authentic literature based instructional approach based on chosen themes throughout the year. Reading Workshop
Writing Workshop
Phonics
Math
Harcourt Math
Science
Science will be a thematic approach that incorporates art, experiments, field trips and projects. All units will be based on the Biblical creation perspective in the area of science. Social Studies Social Studies will be a thematic approach, using art, field trips and projects. Students will also be given opportunities for authentic learning through play and hands-on experiences. Back to Top Curriculum Guidelines for Grades 5-8 The overall goal is to create a learning environment where the student achieves mastery in curriculum areas, teaching is authentic, relevant, meaningful and standards bases, the student is a critical thinker and problem solver, and the education includes all learning types. Bible The whole curriculum is Bible-based and crosses over to other curriculum areas. Activities will include: art, stories, weekly memory verses, and hands on instruction. Handwriting
Language Arts The language arts program integrates reading and writing through an authentic literature based instructional approach. Reading Workshop
Writing Workshop
Math
Science
Text is creation oriented and standards based. It covers life, physical, health, and earth/space science. Curriculum includes textbook, class activities, and labs. Social Studies Curriculum will include the study of Christianity as it developed through world and US history. Learning activities will include art projects, field trips and other projects. Computer Skills Computer skills will be taught as an integral part of every subject. Instruction will involve authentic opportunities for research and publication of completed projects. Art Art will be incorporated into other subjects as well as taught directly. Many media will be explored and some field trips will focus on the different ways artistic talent is expressed. Music Our tone chime choir provides upper-grade students with a real-life way to put into practice the basic musical skills of reading notes, time signature, rhythm, etc. All students form part of this choir and are expected to participate in public performances each quarter. Spelling Zaner Blosser workbooks will be used to solidify earlier learning as well as introduce new concepts, roots and word origins. Each level advances and deepens learning of the English language. Back to Top Adventist Education Site |
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