Language Arts
Our philosophy of beginning reading is to incorporate phonics, literature oral and written instruction into a meaningful context. We utilize Rigby's Literacy by Design, a researched-based program for emerging and developing readers. Our program guides students through important skills and strategies while building knowledge and abilities so that reading and writing become integral parts of the kindergarten day. Low teacher student ratios allow us to individualize teaching so that students are encouraged and supported.

Math
Our school uses the Scott Foresman's Investigations curriculum. Investigations offers activity-based mathematics that encourage students to think creatively, develop their own problem-solving strategies, and work cooperatively with their classmates. Many Investigations activities involve engaging games that reinforce students' understanding of important mathematical concepts and skills.

We also individualize the program in order to meet the needs of the children. Children who are ready for more advanced concepts are given instruction to continue developing their skills.

Science
Our goal for science in the Kindergarten program is to expose the students to a variety of scientific materials and concepts. The science program focuses on life science, earth science and physical science. The curriculum uses a hands-on approach that engages the student in each lesson.

Foreign Language
Our students receive Spanish instruction twice a week. Our instructors are Early Childhood educators who are native speakers. Our classes focus on vocabulary and conversation, songs and games in a way that is fun and promotes an appreciation for many cultures as well as developing an "ear" for new sounds.

Social Studies
Our Social studies curriculum is integrated and extends from our Literacy Program. We study concepts foremost to our children's lives such as families, neighborhoods and all the many ways each child is an integral part of their community. Children learn about differences and similarities of their own culture and others'.

Social Competencies Development Program
Our kindergarten program uses Committee for Children's Second Step to increase social competence in children.

Socially competent children cooperate, show consideration for others, manage their feelings appropriately and have some success in solving problems. Our program teaches skills in the areas of empathy, emotion management impulse control, emotion regulation, anger management and social problem solving.

Physical Education and Cooperative Sport
In our PE classes children have fun while developing coordination and physical skills.

Children learn the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship. Good sportsmanship in kindergarten is as simple and as important as taking turns and recognizing others during a game.

Humanities Enrichments
Our school curriculum additionally includes dramatics, computer science and, creative arts.