Elementary  I

Our Elementary I Program, for ages 6 to 9 years of age (grades 1-3), offers respect for the individual in a classroom designed to meet the needs of children from the ages of six through nine. It covers the traditional grades of first through third in a multi-sensory, multi-aged classroom.

As in the Early Childhood program, elementary children are encouraged to share and celebrate accomplishments with one another and to work together to resolve problems. At the same time, they are given absorbing tasks and an opportunity to work independently. In this way they learn to celebrate their individuality while developing an understanding and respect for the other members of their classroom community. Using materials from the concrete to the abstract, children explore a diverse curriculum barely limited by their imagination. The teacher guides, focuses and directs the inquiry as each child develops individually.

Although students work at their own pace, they still participate in a very academic environment with high standards and expectations. Morning curriculum involves Math, Language, Reading, and Geography. Afternoon class involves the Arts, Music, Sciences, Practical Life, and Healthy Lifestyles.

Cooperation and respect for others is fostered through role-playing and group discussions.

Elementary  I

The Elementary II Program, for ages 9 to 12 years of age (grades 4-6), allows the child to focus upon ordering their mind and become familiar with abstract academic concepts.

A myriad of opportunities are provided so that there is no limit to academic or developmental achievement. The students look forward to working independently and relying on their own time management skills to accomplish daily work, homework, and projects. But they still need their teacher to guide them as they move from concrete to abstract thinking. The Montessori materials so prevalent in the Elementary 1 program gradually disappear as students advance to more sophisticated learning. Children make interdisciplinary connections, develop investigative and creative writing skills, and expand their math skills.

While continuing to foster independence and individual responsibility, teachers guide the students through a balanced academic curriculum including Mathematics, Language Arts, Science, Geography, Physical Education, History, Music, Foreign Language, Computers, and Art.

One day a week is dedicated to Experiential Learning. Students learn by experiencing our community through educational field trips and performing service projects.

Our Elementary 2 students have the opportunity to participate in frequent field trips.  As well as, each year participating in a 4-5 day class trip.