Students write daily, and read and respond to novels, short stories and non-fiction. At each grade level, students are expected to demonstrate proficiency in California Reading and Writing standards to teachers, parents and community members during regular student led portfolio conferences. Students study a rich and challenging math core curriculum preparing all of our students to take algebra or a college preparatory math class in eighth or ninth grades. Students explore a range of mathematical and other algebraic concepts and develop problem-solving skills through thematic units. Students use the scientific method in lab and project-based units that focus on the human body, life science, and physical science.
Students learn health at each grade level.
Some highlights include a nutrition investigation and a DNA study. Teachers regularly participate in professional development to improve their science and math instruction.