Of equal importance is the social development that is taking place in children. The program of studies reflects the fact that a child needs to become more fully aware of the concepts of family, neighborhood, country, and world in a sequential program. In the intermediate program, science and social studies processes and concepts are highlighted as well as integrated with other subject areas in order to help students come to a wide and full appreciation of the world.
Social studies focuses on the development of concepts, ideas and methods of inquiry.
The students' immediate environment of self and family is related to a study of people in communities, cities, and cultures throughout the world. The Mandarin program also offers students exposure to the Chinese culture as well as to written and spoken Mandarin. Children in grades three through five also receive special instruction in art, physical education, music, computer, health, and swimming.