At the elementary level all students receive daily instruction in language arts that includes an emphais in phonics, spelling listening, speaking, reading and writing, with high quality literatures. Mathematics instruction includes an emphasis on basic computation skills, and explaining math concepts and applications through problem solving activities. Instruction is also provided in history, science, art, health, vocal and instrumental music and physical education Elementary students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of special assemblies and enrichment activities at each school. Middle school students in grades six through eight participate in a seven-period school day. On a daily basis every student receives instruction in reading, language arts, math, science, history and physical education.
Students also choose from a variety of elective classes to complete their schedule.
At the elementary level students in grades 3-5 participate in a weekly pullout program at the GATE Center located at Fitch Middle School. Here these students work with specialist teachers on a thematic curriculum. Independent Study Independent Study is an optional alternative K-12 instructional stratehy allowing students to achieve curriculum objectives and fulfill graduation requirements in a setting other than the regular classroom. The primary purpose for Independent Study is to offer a means of individualizing the educational plan for pupils whose needs may be met through study outside the regular classroom setting. Independent Study may be used by all students who are motivated to achieve educationally as well as or better than they would in the regular classroom.