Communications Skills:
First graders read, listen to, and talk about a wide range of texts, narrative picture books, poems, short chapter books and short informational materials. They predict, make a second attempt and reread. The writing process is explored. Students write to tell about an experience, to tell a story, or to describe, using both words and pictures. They use phonetic spelling as a strategy and begin using capitalization and punctuation.

Mathematics:
In Grade 2, basic addition and subtraction facts are mastered. Problem-solving skills and place value concepts are extended. Two-digit addition and subtraction are explored with models.

Social Studies:
Students study the organization and services of their own neighborhoods and communities. Differences between familiar communities are noted and reasons for differences discussed.

Science:
An exploration of the characteristics of plants/animals and their life cycles is conducted. Students investigate the environmental adaptations of living organisms. They develop an understanding of the basic properties and changes of matter. Weather patterns and cycles as well as prehistoric life are studied. Emphasis is placed on students using science process skills (observing, clsasifying, using numbers, etc.) and manipulating simple science equipment.

Health:
By the end of grade three students will be aware of the important health risks for their age group and will comprehend some of the major influences of their own good health, especially including the role of their own behaviors in regard to eating breakfast and balanced meals and getting adequate rest and exercise. They wil learn the value of using seat belts, responding to traffic, fire and other warning signs, sounds and symbols; how to avoid burns, how to get help in emergencies, and the impact of substances such as alcohol and tobacco on their lives. Students will be able to demonstrate ways in which they can manage stress, be responsible for their own behaviors, cope with fear and embarrassment, deal with aggression and bullying, resolve disputes, and respect the rights of others.

Physical Education:
Students will know and undestand the value of being physically fit, the types of activities that contribute to total fitness, have the ability to monitor resting, exercise and recovery heart rates, and know the components of health-related fitness. Students will be able to demonstrate fundamental motor skills, develop and refine creative movements, demonstrate manipulative skills, display appropriate behavior during social situations, and express an enjoyment for movement experiences.

Computer Education:
Students learn about computer technology through a variety of activities integrated into the communication skills, mathematics, social studies and science curriculums. They will identify, understand and use the components of a computer system, run prepared software and develop keyboarding and problem-solving skills using a computer.

Music:
Students learn to sing in tune, match pitches, sing in a voice range commensurate with their age, use different tempos, create rhythmic responses, create new sounds, develop simple musical terms and symbols, identify styles of music, recognize familiar melodies, and play rhythm and other instruments. Students also begin to develop aesthetic appreciation for music.

Visual Arts:
Students express ideas, images and feelings and become more aware of their physical environment. At this level, students begin to understand art concepts of line, texture, color, shape and form. Skills taught include visual perception, creative solutions, manual dexterity, recognition of order and communication with others.

Media Education:
K-2 students are exposed to a variety of activities in the library/media program under the guidance of certified instructional staff. Students develop good study habits and become familiar with the library/media center and its resources, including books and magazines, sound filmstrips, audio and video recordings, and computer software.