The Everyday Mathematics series is a rich and varied interactive program which includes these main features:

• A problem-solving approach based on everyday situations
• Frequent practice of basic skills
• An instructional approach that revisits concepts regularly
• A curriculum that explores mathematical content beyond basic arithmetic

Our literacy block includes many aspects of:

• DAILY 5 AND CAFE
• Reading (guided, shared, and independent reading, phonics, vocabulary, work attack and comprehension strategies)
• Writing (Being A Writer Program)
• Spelling 
• Grammar and Usage: (DOL and writing related mini-lessons)
• Vocabulary (Steck-Vaughn Program: increasing and enriching vocabulary through literature)
• Making Meaning for reading comprehension 

The FOSS science program includes a variety of engaging experiences where students learn science concepts through active inquiry and investigation.  Our main units of study are:

• Insects
• Balance and Motion
• Air and Weather 

Our social studies curriculum incorporates topics from our textbook People Together and Scholastic News magazine including:

• Family Ties (family trees and traditions, communities, transportation)
• A World of Countries (map skills, landforms, continents, and oceans)
• A Working World (wants and needs, products and services)
• Discovering Our Past (explorers, first settlements and colonies, slavery, famous Americans)
• Celebrations (national holidays, holiday celebrations around the world)