National Heritage Academies believes that to become successful students, children must have a strong background in phonics. The reading program provides intensive phonics instruction beginning in kindergarten and continues through the beginning of second grade. It is essential that students master subject matter in one grade before moving on to the next. In order to foster improved learning, history and science curricula do not use textbooks. Teacher Contribution to the Creation of Lessons.
Teachers play a significant role in the creation of lessons.
Their contribution is part of what makes this curriculum outstanding. Principals provide lists of materials and resources required to accompany the lesson plans. Rather than social studies, students study cultural literacy through the subjects of history, geography, government and economics. National Heritage Academies has several curriculum committees comprised of teachers at every grade level. These committees meet regularly to evaluate and develop curriculum to continually improve the quality of instruction.