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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
CURRICULUM
(Grades 4 through 8)
The curriculum is not limited to
the basics. It includes all school-directed
activities (i.e. work assignments,
field trips, History trips, campouts,
etc.). Development of the "whole"
child is encouraged. Activities
are included that allow children
to learn in their preferred styles:
linguistic, logical-mathematical,
spatial, musical, kinesthetic, interpersonal,
and intrapersonal. New ways of learning,
including interaction and involvement
of all the senses, are explored
through a balance of self-directed
and teacher-directed activities.
Language:
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Grammar and mechanics of writing
· Creative writing
· Research report-writing
· Writing and editing original
compositions
· Reading, writing, and interpreting
poetry and classical
literature
· Vocabulary study
· Spelling lists and word
games
· Reading for pleasure
Math:
· General Math concepts
· Pre-algebra
· Geometry
· Algebra
· Projects
· Use of Math tools
· Solving story problems
and equations
· Economics
Science and Health
· Experimenting using the
scientific process
· Projects
· Study of anatomy, physical
development, and major body
systems (digestion,
circulation, muscular, nervous)
· Drug awareness
· Conservation and ecology
Social Studies
· History
· Current events
· Government
· Geography and maps
· Multi-cultural study
· Community service projects
· Relationships
 Arts:
· Music: choir, music reading
· Study of artists and their
styles
· Drama: writing and producing
original plays
and skits
· Use of variety of media
to create original art
Bible:
· Study of Bible characters
· Study of various beliefs
and religions
· Personal sharing of beliefs
Computers:
· Keyboard practice
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Games
· Internet research
· Word processing
Extra-curricular Activities:
· Bi-annual campouts
· Annual one-week Texas History
trip
· Field trips: museums, theater,
symphony, opera
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