Nurturing curiosity, problem-solving, and love of learning
Our lower school learners display growing independence and are eager to use higher-level thinking skills to explore new concepts and ideas about the world around them. Students enjoy learning through practicing, creating, and discovering new knowledge.
Our students continue their studies in literature, writing, math, science, geography, and American history. They enjoy making connections between disciplines by combining their learning across several subjects. Like their younger counterparts, they enjoy dabbling in art, music, physical education, technology, and world cultures.
Students solidify their understanding of our seven anchors and are able to translate actions into these traits. Lessons in our anchors continue to be woven through the curriculum.
A day in the life of a Lower School student – highlights
9:15 am: In a morning math class, a small group of students play a math game designed to strengthen their understandings of conceptual division, while another small group works with the teacher at the smart board, discussing strategies for solving real-life math problems.
11:35 am: Lunch! Students cluster at small café tables to enjoy lunch and conversation with their classmates.
1:00 pm: In the STEM room, students research animal adaptations for a class project on how animals adapt in the wild. The results of the research will be turned into multimedia presentations to share with other students and teachers at the school.
2:10 pm: Outside on a beautiful, sunny day, classmates engage in a quick game of “ga-ga ball” to expend some energy and allow them to regain their focus for the remainder of the day.
2:30 pm: The class listens attentively to a picture book titled “George vs. George” which builds their understanding of the American Revolution.