Opportunities are provided for classroom instruction and individual and group work. Students are indstructed in all academic areas with emphasis on the basic skills, especially language, arts and math. Homework, appropriate for each grade level, is given. Trained teachers in the areas of art, Spanish, music, and physical education provide a well-rounded program. Time allotments vary according to the maturity and intrest of the children.
Flexibility is arranged when necessary.
Grade level teachers use this released time for planning and preparation. Many opportunities are provided throughout the year to give students experiences in awareness, expression, and appreciation. Field trips and special programs are important parts of the total Lower School curriculum. Teachers enjoy a close relationship, working together at their specific grade levels and other grade levels to ensure a happy, disciplined atmosphere with a quality education for each child. Meetings are held periodically to discuss and evaluate the curriculum, classroom management, new ideas, and methods of teaching.