Curriculum:
•Reading/Language Arts: Pearson’s Reading Street
•Math: Pearson’s MCP Math
•Science: Based on Science and Technology Concepts, developed by the National Science Resource Center, the National Academies of Science, and the Smithsonian
•Social Studies: ancient and medieval history, alternate years
•Spanish: basic conversation and culture
•Performing Arts: drama, poetry, dance, choral music, and public speaking
•Studio Art: weekly classes integrated with other studies
•PE and Health: weekly classes with an emphasis on outdoor education and the Choose Love curriculum
•Experiential Ed: weekly workshops, speakers, community events, and service projects
Key Elements in ISW’s Lower Elementary program:
•Small class size with hands-on learning
•Multi-age classrooms that allow students to learn to lead and to follow
•Individual attention
•Joyful, loving atmosphere
•Opportunity to work independently and in groups
•Mastery learning rather than traditional grades
•Child-paced work
