Through many hands-on experiecnces the children begin on a path of learning through discovery about their environment. They also begin developing and understanding of how numbers and letters help them to communicate. We continue in our kindergarten through second grade programs to gradually increase the amout of direct and formal instruction. The primary and upper elementary school staffs work closely together to ensure continuity of program and learning environment. The academic program in the primary schools is comprehensive and enriched, with instruction in reading, mathematics, language arts, social studies, and science being implemented by classroom teachers.
Special emphasis is placed on the language arts area of writing, listening, and speaking.
Health, physical education, music, library skills, and art are coordinated by subject area specialists who meet regularly with each class. As principal, I am truly proud of the outpouring of over 400 persons who participated in the event. Thanks go out to all parents and friends who prepared the international dishes which were shared by all participants and the establishment of the International Artifacts Museum. Truly the event was a celebration of the diversity of cultures found in Glen Ridge. My compliments and sincere thanks to all who gave of their time, effort and interest to make the event the success that it was.