STEAM Curriculum
In our buildings, we utilize a STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) curriculum that nurtures critical thinking, provides students opportunities to examine the world around them, establishes a strong foundation for future success.
In Our Classrooms
For several weeks at a time, our students engage in learning activities that focus on a specific, real-world concept (i.e. simple machines). Throughout this unit of study, we read and write about the concept and create works of art to communicate an idea or story that connects to the concept. We also use the concept to practice hands-on math skills like counting, finding patterns, measuring and making comparisons. We explore scientific skills by asking why and how things work, utilize the engineering process to collaboratively solve a problem and use tools of technology to test our theories.
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In Our Special Areas
Our students participate in a rotating schedule of special area classes, with a different class offered each day. These classes provide unique opportunities for students to explore, discover and develop new skills. They also enhance our interdisciplinary approach by thoughtfully connecting learning experiences to the central concepts explored in our STEAM units of study, creating a cohesive and engaging educational experience.
art i and ii
Our students gain an understanding of foundational art concepts, experiment with various mediums, learn about artists in our community, historic artists and critique and works of art.
STEAM INNOVATION LAB
Students engage in the engineering process to address real-world challenges, such as programming a robot to transport food scraps to a compost bin. They collaborate to analyze the problem, design and implement a solution, test their approach and share their findings with others.
music
Our students explore foundational music concepts using their voices and a variety of musical instruments and explore music and dance from around the world.
movement
Our students engage in activities that develop motor skills (hopping, skipping, tossing, etc.) and learn about activities and habits that will support a healthy lifestyle.