In third grade, children are introduced to the instruments of the orchestra through the form of musical tone poems. The children will begin to play their first musical instrument, the recorder. They also begin work on preparation for the choral experience that they will have in the fourth grade. The physical education program is designed to develop physical fitness in students as well as a variety of physical activities. Students will also focus on the areas of basic sport skills, teamwork and sportsmanship.
Specific skills vary by grade level and student level of preparation.
The library media center is designed to prepare students to become independent, competent users of information and technology, to foster a love of reading and literature, and to support the curriculum. Students in grades K-5 are taught specific skills according to their grade level. Students also learn proper library citizenship, and the responsible and legal use of information resources. Enrichment The elementary enrichment program is designed to enhance the existing curriculum, and to provide all students opportunities to sharpen their thinking skills.