Computer classrooms in each building serve as the starting point for the district's K-12 computer education program and allow for the integration of technology into the core curriculum. Qualified art educators teach a comprehensive art program in grades 1-5. The elementary program also includes a comprehensive general music curriculum with emphasis on active participation by students. Opportunities beyond the general music program include Suzuki lessons beginning in grade 1, traditional string instruction beginning in grade 3 and instrumental wind and percussion lessons beginning in grade 4. Each elementary school has a variety of choral and instrumental performing groups.
Librarians work closely with classroom teachers to ensure a fully integrated approach to learning.
In addition to the outstanding regular curriculum, the Penfield district offers Project Challenge, a program for the academically talented, to students in grades 3-5. Challenge teachers also help classroom teachers integrate critical thinking and problem solving skills into the general curriculum. Middle School Bay Trail, a grade 6-8 middle school, offers a variety of exploratory and interdisciplinary learning experiences to students. Departmentalized instruction is provided in English, social studies, math, science, foreign language, home and career skills, technology education, art, computer education, physical education and reading. Bay Trail faculty members meet in teams each week to discuss the progress of every student.