The four interlocking components are mathematical reasoning, communication, making connections, and problem solving. We use concrete materials to explore, practice, and assess mathematical concepts and skills. Our basic series is by Scott Foresman-Addison Wesley. Students in Grade One work on computation, estimation, geometry, measurement, predictions, patterns, relationships and functions. The content areas of science, health, and social studies are fully integrated into language arts.
Teachers employ big books and hands-on activities.
Some of the topics explored are the senses, plants, animals, our earth, space, weather, health and safety, self, family, community, maps and globes, and people around the world. Teachers meet with parents to discuss student progress at least twice a year.