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Thematic Approach to Curriculum


The teachers prepare an engaging learning environment for exploring a theme, such as outer space, birds, or transportation. They use a group meeting time each day to set the stage for the investigation and introduce relevant concepts. Then the children pursue a variety of activities that reinforce the learning goals. The staff continuously monitors the activities, so that we may facilitate the childrens' learning and challenge them at an appropriate level.

Themes for the 2012-2013 School Year:

Kindergarten Themes 2012-2013
September: Me & Community
October: Coral Reef
November: Native Americans
December: Author Study: Tomie DePaola
January: Graphic Arts
February: WATER - Whole School Unit
Family Festival on February 28th
March/April: Russia
April/May: Eggs & Chicks



Preschool Themes 2012-2013
September: Friendship & Community
October: Games
November: Transportation
December: Theatre
January: Animals in Winter
February: WATER - Whole School Unit
Family Festival on February 28th
March: Desert
April: How Things Work
May: AUthor Study: Eric Carle