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Curriculum Guidelines
The Pinnacle
will continually evaluate the curriculum and related methods and materials
based on the
following criteria:
1. Curriculum written from a Core-Knowledge approach
2. Curriculum conventional in nature, utilizing proven advances in education
3. Curriculum teacher-centered, allowing the teacher to exercise personal judgment
in applying the curriculum, methods, and materials.
With the above in mind, The Pinnacle will use curriculum methods and materials
with the following stresses:
1. Reading and Language Arts: Reading, penmanship, composition and writing, phonics,
speaking, listening, grammar, persuasion, literature, library skills.
2. Mathematics: Problem-solving, application and computational skills.
3. Spelling: An emphasis on spelling generalizations to word families and word
lists.
4. Handwriting: Introduced through a cursive program in Kindergarten.
5. Grammar and Writing: Grammatical terms, concepts and rules with writing and
presentation of ideas.
6. Science: The use of a “hands on”approach as well as training in
science concepts and terms.
7. Social Studies: American and World Civilizations and geography.
8. Languages: Spanish and others as available.
9. Music: Traditional music and music appreciation.
10. Physical Ed.: Set a firm foundation for a life-long physical fitness program.
11. Art: Emphasis will be placed on art history as outlined in the Core-Knowledge.
For more grade specific information on curriculum click on "Visit A Grade Level"
at the top of this page.
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