Lower Elementary Curriculum

 

                  

     

 

Kindergarten (K5)

 

Daily Bible Classes and Chapel

  • Biblical Choices -  Kindergarten is divided into 4 quarters, each with its own theme: First - God Created the Perfect World, Second - Choices in the Family, Third - God Becomes the Perfect Person, and Fourth - Jesus is our Example

Language Arts

  • Saxon Phonics
  • Reading
  • Handwriting Without Tears

Mathematics

  • Number Recognition and Counting
  • Basic Mathematical Concepts
  • Simple Addition
  • Sequencing
  • Estimating

Environment and Community

Science - exploration and hands-on learning

Spanish

Music

Computer - classes meet in the Elementary Computer Lab

Physical Education - meets daily with a certified Physical Education Teacher 

Field Trips

Recess - daily

 

First Grade

Daily Bible and Chapel

  • Biblical Choices - a sequential study of the Bible focusing on the Old Testament in the Fall and the New Testament in the Spring 

Language Arts

  • Reading Street - Scott Foresman
  • Saxon Phonics
  • Spelling and Vocabulary
  • Handwriting Without Tears

Mathematics

  • Saxon Math

Science

  • Harcourt

Social Studies

  • Scott Foresman

Physical Education - daily classes with a Certified Physical Education Teacher

 

K5 Physical Education

The K5 physical education program emphasizes manipulative skills (throwing, kicking and striking with body parts).  Students are taught to distinguish between straight, curved, and zigzag pathways. Students identify likes and dislikes associated with participation in physical activities.  Students begin to associate physical activity with their health/well being and their individual responsibility of taking care of the body  God gave them.

 

First Grade Physical Education

The first grade physical education program provides opportunities to develop sport skills and body management skills.  The fundamental motor skills of balance, dodge, jump, kick, skip, slide, stop, walk, and turn are emphasized in  the first grade physical education program. Individual and team sports provide opportunities for students to develop socially and physically.  Students are taught cooperation, fair play, and competing in a way that glorifies God.

 

Computer - classes conducted in the Elementary Computer Lab

Music

Spanish

Library - Accelerated Reader Program