A nature area complete with plants and an aquarium also add to the atmosphere. Once inside, the students and staff assist in providing a caring, safe and nurturing environment for all who enter. As you move to the center of the building you come to the Neihardt Information Center where students are able to have access to many books and research while using a variety of resources, including technology. The Information Center houses MAC and Compaq computers, thus providing a dual-platform for our students. The Shining Knights are Neihardt students that are recognized for their positive contributions to their classroom.
Teachers use a variety of grouping patterns to accommodate different learning styles and rates.
Students are immersed in language activities, including reading, writing, and listening throughout the school day. Resources for language activities come from a blend of literature trade books and basal programs. The Everyday Mathematics Program and Heath Everyday Counts calendar program are being used in kindergarten through fifth grade classrooms as resources to introduce students to mathematical experiences and explorations. Unit studies topics are taught in a variety of ways including the use of informational text, technology programs, children's literature connecting to the time period being studied or as an exploratory opportunity. Vocal music, physical education, strings, and band complement the classroom program.