Grade-level teams work in collaboration with resource teachers to build an integrated interdisciplinary curriculum. A broad concept is selected by the team, based on the grade level POS, to give organization and consistency to all components that relate to the concept in math, science, language arts, social studies, health, physical education, performing arts, art, and music. Learning activities in science, technology, performing arts, math, and communications labs relate to and enhance the classroom curriculum. The students engage in problem solving and in cooperative interactive learning that encourages self motivation in acquisition of knowledge and skills. Both the knowledge generated and the learning process within the units of study are shared in a number of ways from a museum exhibit to a multimedia presentation.
Teachers are learners and facilitators of learning.
Many participate in Teachers as Readers and teacher research, which builds understanding of instructional practices and is important in making instructional decisions. Summary of Our Mission and Goals Bailey's Elementary School for the Arts and Sciences provides a superior educational program within a pluralistic community. It is our goal to foster a safe learning environment that helps students become independent, literate, and self-directed learners. We hold high expectations for all students as we challenge them to think critically, become problem solvers, make connections in their learning, and seek educational excellence. We endeavor to develop in children a sense of responsibility and integrity and an understanding of cultural differences.