Mathematics students will also use, represent, and explain the concepts, skills, symbols, and vocabulary identified in the mathematics standards . The mathematics standards place a strong emphasis on mathematical concepts and understanding and also support the development of problem solving. Students will be actively engaged in learning mathematics through the use of concrete materials and appropriate technologies such as calculators and computers. Science students will conduct simple experiments. They are introduced to the process of classifying plants and animals based on simple characteristics.
Emphasis is placed on the relationships among objects and their interaction with each other.
Writing Students use the writing process to compose as a means of communication and as a learning tool across the curriculum. Respect turn-taking of other speakers Literature Students understand, experience, respond to, appreciate, and choose a wide range of literature. The English Language Students show grade-level control of aspects of the English language such as vocabulary, usage, spelling, and mechanics. Accessing and Processing Information Students use language, technology, media, and human resources as learning and communication tools. Find examples of mathematics in other curriculum areas such as literature, science, art, music, etc.