Each elementary school has a fully-equipped Macintosh computer lab that is networked to the library, offices, classroom, and the CFSD wide area network. Ventana Vista offers a variety of opportunities for students to interact with technology and use computers as tools in their learning. We have a library of educational software which spans many grade levels. There are opportunities to utilize technology in our computer lab and in our classrooms. Teachers work with our librarian and computer tech to select software and apply technologies which best match curriculum objectives and the developmental needs of students.
Technology is used as a tool to deliver instruction.
Music Education General music instruction is provided by a music specialist for all classes, K-5. The curriculum is based on the philosophy of Orff and the child development approach of Zoltan Kodaly in which subject matter follows children s abilities at various stages of growth. It incorporates movement, the playing of rhythm instruments and pitched instruments, singing, critical listening, games, and creative activities which allow the children to be the musicians. The program emphasizes process rather than performance and often can be integrated with a variety of curriculum units. Interested fourth and fifth grade students may participate as members of the Ventana Vista Kaleidoscopes.