We use Bridges in Mathematics as our guide for counting, number sense, number writing,  2 and 3 dimensional shapes, addition and subtraction stories, and algebraic thinking.  Our daily routine includes counting skills, subitizing numbers, building numbers within 20, working with 10 frames,  and learning to be flexible thinkers with problem solving skills. 

We are using PhD Science as our curriculum for this year. This resource meets the change in science standards instruction and aligns with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). We will be working on the following concepts throughout the year:  

Social Studies engages our students into studies of the past, learning about using geographic tools to understand the world around them all while celebrating the diversity of our world. Students learn about wants versus needs and how people use money they earn in relation to wants versus needs.

Finally, students participate in lessons around civic responsibility and how to take part in democratic traditions that are key to living in a democracy. We use a curriculum called Inquiry Journeys to support the standards in this learning. 

Kindergarten uses Second Step for social emotional learning lessons. Topics include skills for learning, empathy, emotion management and problem solving. 

We are also firm believers in young children learning through play, and our daily schedules have a play workshop built into the last part of our day. This fosters connections between students, problem-solving skills, and an environment that is fun and self-directed after a day of academic focus!