Grades 1-3 ACADEMIC PROGRAM AND SYLLABUS Grades 1-3 is a self-contained village, which provides a caring environment where children are encouraged to develop a deep love of learning and a respect for others. The Lower School Curriculum builds the foundation for a child's learning habits and social skills. The low student-faculty ratio enables each child to receive a high level of individual attention. The faculty also works closely with one another to develop each child's talents and strengths. Learning levels are flexible, and special assistance is available to children who may need help in a specific area. By the time a child leaves the Lower School, she will have solid academic skills and responsible study habits.
GRADE 1 Art: The main objective in the first-grade classroom is to make students comfortable with experimentation and self-expression within the specific guidelines set out in each project. The students will begin to explore the use of line, shape, and composition. They will also examine the use of different art materials and techniques. There will be a minor focus on the development of problem-solving skills and small motor skills. The art room is a relaxed place to be. It is a room where wrong answers do not exist, and self-expression is of the utmost importance. With the wise freedom found in the art room and a pinch of some tender loving care, growth potential becomes the ultimate goal. Creative Expression: Through exercises in the arts, students discover, nourish, and express their own unique creative abilities. First graders concentrate on their bodies and movement in space, welcoming music, movement, and dance to approach the basics of storytelling. Most sessions take place in the