Self Contained Classroom

Math:

• 1,2 and 3 digit addition and subtraction
• Patterns
• Graphs
• Measurement
• Place value
• Number relationships and counting patterns
• Time and money
• Geometry
• Fractions
• Introduction to multiplication and division

Religion:

• The sacraments
• Reconciliation
• Parts of mass
• Celebrating the Eucharis
• Religious holidays

Science:

• Plants and animals
• Machines and electricity
• Weather, water cycle
• Space
• Human body - how it works and keeping it healthy

Social Studies:

• Different countries of the world

Language Arts:
The Four Blocks method is used in teaching Language Arts. The Four Blocks method is designed to meet the needs of all children. The Four Blocks include Guided Reading, Self-Selected Reading, Writing, and Working with Words and are all used to help children learn to read and write.

McGraw Hill is the text used to teach the Four Blocks. Most Four Blocks lessons are based around the McGraw Hill text.

In Guided Reading, the students read a wide range of literature with an emphasis on reading comprehension. Each day this block begins with a 'before-reading activity', then moves to a 'during-reading activity', and finishes with an 'after-reading activity'.

In Self-Selected Reading begins with the teacher reading aloud to the class. Then the children choose books they wish to read, share with the class, and conference with the teacher. The teacher conferences with each student to be sure the students are choosing books on their reading level.

In the Writing Block, the teacher focus on mini-lessons to teach grammar skills then uses a writer's workshop so the students can use these skills during the writing process. The teacher models writing to help guide the students in their own writing. Student-teacher conferences are used to help children develop and use these skills. Writing is shared with the class.

The Working with Words Block is the phonics and spelling portion of the Four Block method. A word wall is used in the classroom to introduce and help students recognize and use high frequency words in their reading and writing. Interactive word lessons are used to build phonemic awareness and make new words.