School Wide Goals

Math:
Acquire a solid foundation of mathematical computation of whole numbers.
 
Develop number sense and concepts, including numeration and estimation, mental math techniques, and the applications of these concepts in everyday situations.
 
Develop a knowledge of geometric and spatial sense involving measurement (including length, area, and volume), and similarity and transformations of shapes.
 
Develop a knowledge of data analysis, probability, statistics, and graph theory.
 
Develop a knowledge of patterns and relationships within and among algebraic and geometric concepts.
 
Develop a knowledge of mathematical systems (including real numbers, decimals, percentages, ratios, and proportions), geometry, and number theory (including primes, factors and multiples).
 
Develop the ability to problem-solve, and develop thinking and skills.
 
Be able to use appropriate tools (rulers, calculators, computers, and math manipulatives) to solve problems.

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Social Studies:
Recognize how physical geography and the environment affect civilizations.
 
Recognize the significance of national symbols, pledges, anthems, national holidays, events, and historical figures, and how they have made a difference in our country..
 
Demonstrate knowledge and responsibilities of democratic processes..
 
Demonstrate knowledge of maps, globes, tables, charts, time lines, and other reference materials..
 
Identify given civilizations and technology..
 
Demonstrate faith-guided decisions.
 
Explain how the present is related to the past and future..
 
Identify, analyze, and interpret causes and effects of historical events..
 
Identify hemispheres, continents, locations of cities, states, countries, landforms, and bodies of water.

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Language Art
Analyze various forms of literature (poetry, short stories, novels).
 
Read for enjoyment and information.
 
Read aloud with expression and fluency, and evaluate fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama, myths,
fables, biographies, and legends.
 
Speak and write Standard English using correct grammar, usage, punctuation, spelling, and capitalization.
 
Use planning, drafting, and revising skills to write formally and informally.
 
Comprehend and evaluate oral and visual presentations.
 
Participate in formal and informal presentations and discussions.
 
Identify and evaluate relationships between language and culture.
 
Use critical thinking (comparing/contrasting, making predictions, summarizing, brainstorming, and inferential thinking).
 
Identify elements such as plot development, theme, characterization, setting, and points of view.
 
Correctly use research sources (computer, dictionaries, thesaurus) to aid learning.
 
Use correct handwriting.
 
Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the use of the elements of music.
 
Use vocabulary and notation in responding to, creating, and performing music.
 
Apply knowledge and skill of music through improvisation and compositional interpretation/performances.
 
Sing with appropriate technique and expression alone and with others for various audiences.
 
Follow directions and understand signals given by the choir director/musical conductor.
 
Show an appreciation for and recognize different styles of music.
 
Make judgments based on critical listening and analysis.
 
Respond to music aesthetically, intellectually, and emotionally.
 
Read, listen, analyze, and describe music as it relates to history and culture.

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Science
Investigate and build an understanding of the properties and principals of matter and energy.
 
Observe and build an understanding of the properties of force and
motion.
 
Investigate and build an understanding of the characteristics and interactions of living organisms.
 
Observe and build an understanding of the changes in ecosystems and the interactions of organisms with their environment.
 
Investigate an understanding of processes and interactions of earth’s.
 
Investigate and build an understanding of the composition and structure of the universe and the motion of objects.
 
Demonstrate an understanding of scientific method for scientific inquiry.
 
Investigate and build an understanding of the impact of science, technology, and human activity on resources and the environment.
 
Investigate and build and understanding of the need for promoting reverence and stewardship for the earth.
 
Investigate and build an understanding of moral and social aspects of science.
 
Use appropriate tools to solve problems.

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Physical Education
Identify opportunities outside school to participate in regular physical activity.
 
Demonstrate a variety of flexibility, warm-up, cool-down, and conditioning activities, and the importance of each to injury prevention.
 
Participate frequently and for short periods of time in moderate-to-vigorous physical activities that cause increased heart and breathing rates.
 
Demonstrate proficiency in locomotor and non-locomotor skills
 
Demonstrate all elements used in manipulative skill combinations (dribble and pass a soccer ball, catch and throw objects, etc.).
 
Demonstrate social skills and habits with respect to self and others.
 
Demonstrate knowledge of rules and strategies in sport activities (lead-up games).
 
Participate in rhythmic activities.
 
Describe the relationship between a healthy diet and the effect it has on the human body.

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Computer Science
The Kindergarten Computer Curriculum will introduce students to computer basics and promote responsible use and care of computers.
 
The First Grade Computer Curriculum will introduce students to computer basics and promote responsible use and care of computers.
 
The Second Grade Computer Curriculum will introduce students to keyboarding, word processing, and a variety of software applications.
 
The Third Grade Computer Curriculum will introduce proper keyboarding posture and fingering techniques for all letters,  basic word processing tools  and a variety of software applications.
 
The Fourth Grade Computer Curriculum will build upon keyboarding and word processing skills and introduce the student to a variety of software applications.
 
The Fifth Grade Computer Curriculum will build upon keyboarding and word processing skills, will allow the student to gather and research information using the Internet and will enable the student to use presentation software to create basic classroom projects.
 
The Sixth Grade Computer Curriculum is designed to teach the student to use more advanced tools and functions in word processing documents, to responsibly conduct Internet research, to gain an understanding of computer and Internet terminology, to design and create presentation projects, and to improve upon existing keyboarding skills.
 
The Seventh Grade Computer Curriculum is designed to teach the student to build upon advanced word processing skills, to increase understanding of computer and Internet terminology, to perform simple spreadsheet functions, to design and create presentation projects, and to improve upon existing keyboarding skills.
 
The Eighth Grade Computer Curriculum is designed to teach the student to increase computer literacy, to create more advanced multimedia presentations, to perfect research skills using the Internet, and to improve upon existing word processing and keyboarding techniques.

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