Curriculum

Commitment To Academic Success  

South Pointe Elementary School is committed to each student having a strong education foundation and academic achievement. Reading, writing and mathematics is the focal point of our curriculum. These subjects are emphasized to ensure a good foundation for future learning and academic success.

  

Reading and Writing

Harcourt Curriculum “Storytown” - Kindergarten-grade 5
  • Reading
  • Spelling
  • Grammar
  • Language
  • Writing
  • Phonics
This all new comprehensive, research based program offers a wealth of high quality literature to engage learners. Explicit instruction and ample practice ensure students’ growth in reading proficiency. Each week‘s lessons integrate reading, grammar, writing and spelling for a total language arts approach. 

  

Mathematics

Saxon Math Curriculum ,Kindergarten-grade 5

Hands on/Minds on approach All new concepts developed through hands –on activities and rich mathematical conversations that actively engage students in the learning process. Concepts are developed, reviewed, and practiced over time. Saxon offers your child:
  • The language development that are the keys to laying a solid foundation in math
  • Flexible curriculum design allows our teachers to supplement and implement assignments for individualized instruction.
  • Engaging, hands-on math experiences
  • Concrete examples help children develop abstract and higher-order thinking skills
  • Reinforces and builds foundational concepts
  • Real World Problem Solving and Applications
  • Ensures that struggling students keep pace with the core curriculum
  • Works for students with learning disabilities
  • More activities and Real World examples built into the program
  • Consistent instruction throughout grade levels
  • Daily mixed practice
If you have any question regarding our curriculum and assessment programs, please contact Mrs. Nadine Taylor at 602.276.1943.