Kindergarten

Academic Overview

Kindergarten is a full-day academic program, without rest or nap time, in a primarily self-contained classroom. Daily classroom studies are in the areas of language arts, reading, phonics, handwriting, math, social studies, science, manners, and Bible. Scripture, prayer, and Biblical values are also woven throughout the day. In addition, students meet with enrichment teachers for classes in music (30 min/week), art and STREAM (45 min biweekly), physical education (45 min/week), and library (30 min/week).

Students are assessed formally and receive report cards quarterly. The teacher and parents meet for a conference following the first quarter (and as needed). For daily homework, students are expected to study high frequency words (given by the teachers) and read for a minimum of 15 minutes.

Your child will learn:
 

Math: numbers 0-20, counting to 100, sorting and classifying, patterning, shapes, addition, subtraction, problem solving, and graphing

Bible: Scripture, character traits, life and miracles of Christ, Old Testament heroes, our identity in Christ

Language Arts: reading skills using the Science of Reading - phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension

Science: science tools, scientific method, what scientists do, hands-on science experiments, insects (incl. ants and butterflies), plants (incl. life cycle and parts), animals (classification, needs, hibernation, life cycles)

Social Studies: holidays, citizenship, neighborhoods, community helpers, America, great Americans