Preschool and Elementary Principal<\/em><\/p>\nELEMENTARY CURRICULUM<\/b><\/h3>\n
Houghton – Mifflin\/Daily 5 Reading Program<\/b><\/p>\n
The teaching of reading begins with the child; the child’s language, the child’s own experiences, and the child’s world.\u00a0\u00a0The classroom teacher provides experiences that allow each child to build upon an everlasting body of knowledge and ability.\u00a0\u00a0Teachers intentionally present integration of Christian values allowing students to examine biblical parallels.\u00a0\u00a0Vocabulary is taught through definition, context and concept associations.\u00a0\u00a0Decoding leads our young readers to use phonics supported by context to gain control over the reading process.\u00a0\u00a0Through this process, young readers move beyond the mechanics and onto understanding and loving literature while considering how their own Christian values relate to the storyline.<\/p>\n
Math-Christian Light Education-Grades 1st-5th<\/b><\/p>\n
FCA seeks to relate math to everyday life in God’s World. CLE Sunrise Math curriculum\u00a0<\/b>introduces concepts in progressive steps allowing\u00a0the student to master each increment of a skill before advancing to the next step.\u00a0\u00a0Students retain through consistent, systematic, and continuous review.\u00a0\u00a0Sunshine Math<\/b>\u00a0is an additional supplement providing an extra challenge to students who are motivated and self-directed learners. However, any student regardless of academic performance, should be encouraged to participate as long as interest and enthusiasm for problem solving are present.<\/p>\n
Math Their Way-Kindergarten<\/b><\/p>\n
Students learn problem solving strategies and skills using manipulatives and engaging activities.\u00a0\u00a0Problems in real-life contexts make the importance of math clear to every learner.<\/p>\n
Christian Science and Social Studies<\/b><\/p>\n
Christian texts and publications are used as resources for teaching themed units in Life Science, Earth Science, Physical Science, My Community, My Country, My World, and My Body from a Christian perspective.<\/p>\n
Handwriting Without Tears<\/b><\/p>\n
Developed by a\u00a0team of occupational therapists and educators, this handwriting\u00a0instruction adheres to developmentally appropriate principles and methods to ensure success.<\/p>\n
Bible-NKJV\u00a0\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n
Daily bible lessons and prayer, weekly chapel and memory verses, as well as songs of praise and scripture readings are an integral part of the curriculum at F.C.A.<\/b><\/p>\n
Physical Education-Christian Schools International\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n
Creative movement activities focus on building strength, endurance, and flexibility, while developing Godly character.\u00a0\u00a0Units on team sports emphasize rules, strategies, teamwork, and sportsmanship, and Godly character.\u00a0\u00a0A focus on health fitness encourages students to remain physically active for life respecting their earthly body. \u00a0PE classes meet twice a week with a less structured recess scheduled on the other three days.<\/b><\/p>\n
Music In Our World-McGraw-Hill<\/b><\/p>\n
We seek to teach students to appreciate the beauty of the gift of music.\u00a0\u00a0Music classes offer a wealth of songs, listening sections, movements, instrumental parts and other activities using text books and teacher strategies in a student-engaging format.<\/p>\n
Art<\/b><\/p>\n
Students are given opportunity to communicate their ideas and feelings using a variety of medium. While creating works of art with a sense of purpose, technical skill improves.\u00a0 Deeper involvement and experience with the discipline aids awareness of life and values human frailties.<\/p>\n
Technology<\/b><\/p>\n
Technology is used thoughtfully to support and enhance learning, not replace traditional teaching methods. Students in grades K\u20135 have access to iPads that remain in the classroom and are used for learning centers, targeted support or enrichment, and required assessments such as MAP testing.\u00a0Each classroom is equipped with a smart board, which teachers use regularly for instruction, science lessons, group activities, and school-wide experiences such as our morning Bible show and Bible sing-alongs. Upper elementary students have additional opportunities to use technology collaboratively for group projects.\u00a0Our goal is to teach students how to use technology appropriately and responsibly while maintaining a healthy balance. Screen time at Foundation Christian Academy is purposeful and limited, ensuring that textbooks, hands-on opportunities, paper-based work, and \u00a0discussion remain central to the elementary experience.<\/p>\n
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Thank you for your interest in Foundation Christian Academy! We are committed to providing quality academic and social opportunities in a Christian environment. The curricular resources utilized encourage our students to be critical thinkers, creative problem solvers, and collaborative learners. Technology is integrated across all grade levels and content areas. Our students are taught bible in addition to reading, writing, handwriting, spelling, grammar, math, science and social studies. We find music, art, physical education classes and even recess to be essential in developing the whole child. Our small class sizes help us place a strong focus on positive student\/teacher interactions. The dedicated faculty, staff and volunteers actively engage and motivate each child to be successful. We are dedicated to providing a strong foundation that will help all students reach their academic and creative potential while developing a closer relationship with Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n