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"It is almost possible
to say that there is a mathematical relationship between the beauty of his
surroundings and the activity of the child."
-Dr. Maria Montessori
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With a good grasp of reading, writing and
arithmetic, the child is now ready to explore diverse fields in greater depth
such Earth Sciences, Biology, Physics and Chemistry, History, Language and
Literature, Mathematics, Geometry, and Technology. Spanish, Music and Art remain an important part of the curriculum.
Our Elementary Program provides a nurturing and
stimulating environment which fosters a natural love of learning and helps the
child develop a strong sense of self-worth. A love of learning is vitally
important to the child's lifelong intellectual development, while a healthy
sense of self-worth enables the child to meet life's challenges.
We strive to provide an optimal environment for growth, combining
individual instruction and group work, the opportunity for independent
exploration and interaction with peers. The children are encouraged to pursue
their interests and work at their own pace in a supportive, cooperative
environment.
The younger children see the older ones as role models to emulate, making them
eager to progress, while the older children have a chance to reinforce their
knowledge and self esteem by demonstrating their skills. Through being respected
for the unique and valuable individuals that they are, the children, in turn,
come to respect others. They acquire the problem-solving skills necessary to
interact in a positive way and become responsible, contributing members of
society.
In summary, the primary goal of the Elementary Program is to empower children to become
confident, competent students. The core curriculum provides instruction in all
traditional subjects. Critical thinking, problem solving, and research skills
are emphasized. The five-day program serves children in grades 1 through 6.
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