Grades 1-6

Curriculum - We align our curriculum with Montessori based philosophy and Arizona state standards.

• Individualized Progressive
• Personal learning styles accommodated
• Learning progression
• Small group instruction
• Active Learning
  • Hands-on learning
  • Concrete manipulatives
  • Self-initiated learning
  • Off-campus learning
  • Unique field trip opportunities, see "Hands on, Experimental learning"

• • Student Centered

• Students build self-esteem and responsibility by making appropriate decisions concerning their daily and weekly assignments
• Real life responsibilities
  • Community service
  • Mentoring

 Montessori Based Philosophy       

Environment

• Multi-age classroom
  • 1^st –2nd grade
  • 3rd - 4th grade
  • 5^th – 6^th grade
  • Enriches relationship between student and teacher 
  • Small class sizes

Our curriculum also includes Art, PE, Health, Music, Spanish and Think Smarte.

Experiential Learning: The majority of classes go on numerous field trips to gain off-site enrichment. These field trips include: Canyon deChelly, Science Museum in Phoenix, Kartchner Caverns, Grand Canyon, Sequoia, and other national parks, and Sedona campouts. 


Teacher
Our teachers think of themselves as "guides" in the details of the curriculum. We have 4 principles.

1. ...to motivate the child's spirit;
2. ...to encourage the child's normal desire for independence and high sense of self-esteem;
3. ...to help the child develop the skills to become a meaningful member of society, and;
4. ...to help the child learn how to observe, question, and explore ideas independently.

The Character Count Program is a common thread throughout our school. Students are encouraged to utilize these six pillars:

• Respect
• Responsibility
• Trust worthiness
• Citizenship
• Caring
• Fairness