This first greeting sets a friendly and family environment for all children as they start the school day. The day begins with a healthy breakfast served in the classroom. Students write in their journals and read a variety of literature, which they discuss and write about. Over the course of the day students participate in different classes such as Computer, Art, Gym as well as Science, Social Studies, and Math. Reading is stressed in each class and many literature based activities are done.
Students learn different subjects in English and in Spanish.
During the math period students compute, problem solve, and see how math skills connect to other subject areas and every day life. All students engage in hands-on math and science activities and work in small groups. Students end the day with sustained silent reading. At dismissal, the staff is on duty to ensure that students file in an orderly way and are reminded to do their homework. Family environment to help students develop socially.