A detailed Curriculum Map, developed by our staff, aligns the curriculum K-5 and is used for lesson planning. Teachers and parents meet in component committees to review data, provide input on student performance and update activities throughout the school year. A Vital Signs report is written three times a year to monitor progress. Teachers and instructional assistants attend professional development training aligned with identified needs in our Consolidated Plan. Accelerated Reader, Orchard Math, Inspirations, Microsoft Office, KidPix, Publisher and STAR Reading and Math are examples of programs available in all classrooms.
Students utilize digital and video cameras to create presentations in content area classes.
Intermediate students have the opportunity to participate in STLP Camp each summer and serve as technology leaders during the school year. While it cannot tell everything about our performance, the report card is a good starting point for discussions with our teachers, administrators, school council members, and school board members. For a more detailed examination of our school, please ask to see our Expanded Report Card, which contains a wealth of data and reports detailing school performance and procedures. Each school is required by law to provide this information upon request. About Our School Piner Elementary is the southernmost elementary school in the Kenton County School District.