Average class sizes are 28 for general subjects, and 35 for Physical Education. Curriculum All students follow a program of Math, Science and Physical Education. Language Arts, Literature and Social Studies are taught though integrated Core classes 6 th Graders follow an Exploratory problem, which includes Art and design, Music, Computers and Foreign Languages. An Extension Program provides curriculum breadth for 7 th and 8 th Graders. Teachers and Teacher Support Redwood has a highly professional staff, many of whom have joined the school during the last three years.
All teachers have a daily preparation period.
The Library Media Center is led by a qualified librarian, with the support of two aides. All new teachers to the district are assigned a buddy teacher, and receive support from a Mentor Teacher. The School Improvement Plan secretary helps teachers to produce teacher-designed materials. All teachers receive regular support from the PTA for the purchase of materials, and have access to financial support for specific projects from the PTA, the School Site Council, and the Saratoga Education Foundation. The District and the School Site Council invests heavily in professional development.