In addition, the standard citywide tests are also given to students in grades 2-5. Teachers at the Haley are becoming more involved in thematic teaching, or relating a common theme to all disciplines, allowing students to see connections to their learning. Students in each grade are reading assigned novels and responding to what they have read in Reading Review notebooks. There is also a strong focus on math and the mastery of those skills needed for thorough understanding. Students work in cooperative groups but are individually responsible for their own mastery of the subject.
Extra help is provided through the after school program.
Tutors for support in math and reading are also provided before and after school from December-May. At the Haley we are helping third grade transition students who need help in reading by giving them additional small group literacy for an extra one hour each day. Students in grades 4 and 5 also receive the help of a literacy paraprofessional who helps with small groups in reading comprehension, writing and math. The science teacher also provides tutoring in math for students who could benefit from the help. The after school program also targets students in grades 3-5 providing extra help in reading, writing and math.