2nd, 3rd, & 4th Grade Curriculum & Learning Model
Voyagers (2nd), Navigators (3rd), Admirals (4th)
Assessment & Readiness
STAR Diagnostic Assessment
Administered 3 times per year for Reading & Math to track growth and inform instruction
Writing & Word Work
Curriculum: Layers of Learning
9 thematic writing units throughout the year
Integrated word work and grammar to build vocabulary, sentence structure, & creativity
Math Programs
Math with Confidence or Singapore Math
Selected based on each child’s individual readiness and learning style
Science
Resource: Scholastic Science Weekly
Hands-on experiments and investigations
Aligned with real-world science themes and topics
Social Studies
Resource: Social Studies Weekly
Engaging articles, maps, and discussions
Covers history, geography, civics, and cultural studies
Phonics & Fluency
Curriculum: All About Reading
Systematic, multi-sensory phonics instruction.
Builds decoding, fluency, and reading confidence
Reading Comprehension Approach
Small-group, leveled readers based on reading readiness
Focus on comprehension strategies, retelling, and critical thinking
Kindergarten & 1st Grade Curriculum & Learning Model
Lightkeepers (Kindergarten) & Sailing Scholars (1st Grade)
Assessment & Readiness
STAR Diagnostic Assessment
Administered 3 times per year for Reading & Math to track growth and inform instruction
Writing & Word Work
Curriculum: Layers of Learning
9 thematic writing units throughout the year
Integrated word work and grammar to build vocabulary, sentence structure, & creativity
Math Programs
Math with Confidence or Singapore Math
Selected based on each child’s individual readiness and learning style
Science
Resource: Scholastic Science Weekly
Hands-on experiments and investigations
Aligned with real-world science themes and topics
Social Studies
Resource: Social Studies Weekly
Engaging articles, maps, and discussions
Covers history, geography, civics, and cultural studies
Phonics & Fluency
Curriculum: All About Reading
Systematic, multi-sensory phonics instruction.
Builds decoding, fluency, and reading confidence
Reading Comprehension Approach
Small-group, leveled readers based on reading readiness
Focus on comprehension strategies, retelling, and critical thinking
Personalized Learning
Every child learns at their own pace.
Mastery-Based Growth
Students don’t move on until they fully understand a concept.
Real-World Application
Learning is hands-on and engaging.
Global Awareness
Students become curious, culturally aware leaders.