Academics

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Our school is preparing graduates to succeed in high-caliber secondary schools. Here’s how:

  • Full accreditation by the Middle States Association Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools
  • Data-driven instruction and use of robust data analysis to monitor classroom results and student growth, enabling us to rapidly adjust to student needs
  • Network-wide implementation of the research-based math curriculum Eureka Math to improve student achievement in mathematics
  • Network-wide implementation of top-rated English Language Arts (ELA) curriculums: CKLA for Pre-K and EL Education for K-8
  • Hiring and training principals to be instructional leaders with a primary focus on curriculum, instruction, and supporting teachers in the classroom
  • Teacher development and coaching led by the central office team and school leader
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We Supply Student and Classroom Technology

Every student has a laptop and all classrooms have SMART Boards.

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We Celebrate Students Who Meet Learning Goals

We celebrate student growth toward learning goals once every trimester. All students who met their goals are recognized with certificate presentations during an assembly.

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We Recognize Students Who Exemplify Values

Each month, we recognize students for exemplifying faith-based values.

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We Have Classes in Art, Music, and Phys Ed

In addition to academics, all students take art, music, and physical education classes led by content experts.