• Our teachers are trained to instruct the students using The Spalding Writing Road to Reading method. Spalding is considered one of the most effective methods to teach phonics, blending, handwriting, spelling, and decoding.
• Each teacher uses the E.D. Hirsch Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) sequential materials to teach reading comprehension skills and encourage enthusiasm for reading.
• Each classroom is stocked with books at all reading levels for child-directed reading, ranging from stories to literature to nonfiction and informative reading.

• The Spalding Writing Road to Reading method starts new writers off with clear instruction for correct letter formation, and incorporates correct spelling while writing words. As the years progress, students acquire advanced spelling skills, word knowledge, and sentence and paragraph writing. While the Spalding student focuses on correct handwriting and spelling, s/he learns self discipline while striving for excellence in writing. 

• Each classroom will be furnished with manipulatives for hands-on learning

• 3-point lessons are a specific method that “uncomplicates” Math instruction
• Instructional children’s Math apps and programs that progress as a student masters concepts will supplement direct instruction.

• Students read the Weekly Science Studies newspaper and apply hands-on experiences and experiments in natural settings.
• Teachers, parents, and students will go on field trips to farms, the Arizona Science Center, and the Children’s Museum of Phoenix.
• At-home activities will include cleaning and cooking and personal hygiene with parental guidance.

• Core Knowledge History and Geography booklets are used by grades K-3
• Students produce individual and/or group presentations over topics of their choice (short speeches, project display boards, and simple PowerPoint slide shows.)

• The Harmony Curriculum supports the goals of relationship building, community building, and culturally responsive teaching so that all students can experience the benefits of an SEL-informed education.

• The 6 Pillars of Character  are the core ethical values of CHARACTER COUNTS! These values were identified by a non-partisan, secular group of youth development experts in 1992 as core ethical values that transcend cultural, religious, and socio-economic differences.

Each of our students have either a tablet or a Chromebook assigned to them for use while at school. Teachers and students use these devices to enhance learning.

We believe that technology is a great tool, but it cannot, and therefore should not, replace quality instruction delivered by the teacher, or discovered by the student. Our students utilize these devices when directed by their teacher to enhance their learning.