Elementary School Curriculum

Kindergarten

ELA

Builds a foundation of reading/writing skills through the practice of oral vocabulary phonemic awareness letter recognition

Social Studies

Friends and neighbors, introduction to culture, government, citizenship, economics, history and holidays

Mathematics

Whole numbers, patterns, shapes, ordering by attributes, problem-solving, critical thinking

Science

Integrating science and social studies six thematic units: family, friends, wind water, color, shadow reflections, things that grow

Bible

Learn About God through major characters in Bible stories, apply biblical principles, scripture memorization

Art

Creating original works relating to various themes and concepts

Music

Creative movement activities through singing, theory and playing instruments

Spanish

Develop oral language and vocabulary

PE

Balance, gross motor body/spatial awareness, hand/eye coordination social interaction

Technology

Basic introduction to technology – Instruction includes specific iPad Apps supporting classroom instruction using operating systems, internet multimedia

1st Grade

ELA

Phonemic awareness Phonics/word study whole group/small group instruction digital reading assignments

Social Studies

Introduction to structure of school family and traditions

Mathematics

Place value, addition, subtraction, measurement, grouping, shapes, problem solving, critical thinking

Science

Process skills – predict, identify, classify, use tools, collect, record, compare, measure, scientific inquiry in the field.

Bible

Enjoying God’s Gifts – God’s creation, God’s gifts through His love, care and creation, Scripture memorization

Art

Create original works using 3-D materials

Music

Creative movement activities through singing, theory and playing instruments

Spanish

Develop oral language and vocabulary

PE

Balance, gross motor body/spatial awareness, hand/eye coordination social interaction

Technology

Basic introduction to technology – Instruction includes specific iPad Apps supporting classroom instruction using operating systems, internet multimedia

2nd Grade

ELA

Phonics – writing and spelling, reading comprehension, handwriting whole group small group instruction

Social Studies

Introduction to geography, citizenship all within the community

Mathematics

Base 10, place value, addition, subtraction, time, money, problem solving, critical thinking

Science

Scientific inquiry in classroom, process skills: record, organize, justify, compare, collect, measure, combine, classify, explore and describe

Bible

Finding God’s Promises – Promises of God and His leadership, scripture memorization

Art

Refine art skills through original artwork, painting, and drawings

Music

Creative movement activities through singing, theory and playing instruments

Spanish

Develop oral language and vocab

PE

Balance, gross motor body/spatial awareness, hand/eye coordination social interaction

Technology

Basic introduction to technology – Instruction includes specific iPad Apps supporting classroom instruction using operating systems, internet multimedia

3rd Grade

ELA

Phonics/word study vocabulary, comprehension, research skills, whole group/small group instruction spelling, and writing

Social Studies

Our community and beyond – comparing/contrasting, different cultures, around the world

Mathematics

Multiplication, division, addition, subtraction, fractions, graphing, problem solving, critical thinking IXL Math program

Science

Scientific inquiry through process skills, observe, record, identify, measure, illustrate, construct, measure, collect data, plan and implement

Bible

Growing with God, Books of the Bible, Ten Commandments, scripture memorization

Art

Creating original work using a variety of mediums

Music

Rhythm, patterns, introduction of composers, basic music theory, instruments

Spanish

Conversational Spanish, Spanish culture and vocabulary

PE

Work on skills for specific sports, basketball, soccer, baseball fitness level assessments

Technology

Basic introduction to technology – Instruction includes specific iPad Apps supporting classroom instruction using operating systems, internet multimedia

4th Grade

ELA

Grammar, spelling, writing, vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing process, literature studies

Social Studies

Texas History, culture, history, events, people, places that shaped Texas

Mathematics

Geometry, multiplication, addition, subtraction, decimals, money, graphing, problem solving, critical thinking, IXL Math

Science

Scientific inquiry through process skills, in the classroom and lab, plan, implement make inferences, using tools, collect, record, label, construct, evaluate

Bible

Building Life Castles, Old Testament characters, Biblical principles, scripture memorization

Art

Creating original works of art using line, value, perspective, portion

Music

Rhythm, patterns, introduction of composers, basic music theory, instruments

Spanish

Conversational Spanish, Spanish culture and vocabulary

PE

Work on skills for specific sports, basketball, soccer, baseball fitness level assessments

Technology

Basic introduction to technology – Instruction includes specific iPad Apps supporting classroom instruction using operating systems, internet multimedia

5th Grade

ELA

Grammar, writing process, literature studies, research skills, spelling, thinking skills/speaking skills

Social Studies

American Past – American history through the 20th century and how our nation was shaped.

Mathematics

Place value, decimals, fractions, data, adding/ subtracting fractions, measurement, problem-solving, critical thinking, IXL Math program

Science

Scientific inquiry through process skills in the classroom and lab, ask, construct, describe, implement, observe, analyze, use tools, demonstrate, design, recognize

Bible

Walking with God and His people, Jesus’ birth through early ministry

Art

Creating original works of art using line, value, perspective, portion

Music

Rhythm, patterns, introduction of composers, basic music theory, instruments

Spanish

Conversational Spanish, Spanish culture and vocabulary

PE

Flexibility, conditioning, core strength, physical health fitness level assessments

Technology

Basic introduction to technology – Instruction includes specific iPad Apps supporting classroom instruction using operating systems, internet multimedia

6th Grade

English

Grammar and writing process, interactive reading, vocabulary, literary analysis, access to integrated iPad technology

History/Geography

Mapping skills, study of all continents, cultural, historical and geographical units

Mathematics

Number theory and fractions, review, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions emphasized rations, percent, and proportions as well as integers and graphing

Science

Earth Science study of matter, forces, and energy, geological uniqueness, mapping, rocks, fossils, minerals, atmosphere, solar system are examined using STEM Scopes

Bible

New Testament survey and study of character traits essential for the Christian life with personal life application strategies emphasized

Art

Exploration of art techniques

Band

Spanish

Introduction to Spanish