Kindergarten Course Goals
Bible: In this course, students will learn how to know the Bible through a thematic, chronological study of the Old and New Testaments. Teachers will guide students to trust God and to apply His principles in everyday life.
Social Studies: Students will develop an awareness of the many types of occupations that make up a community. Students will learn about America’s history and people of other cultures. They will see how God directs in people’s lives to accomplish His will.
Language Arts: Students will begin the year learning or reviewing the letter names and sounds for the vowels and consonants. They will then progress to reading blends and words. The students will apply comprehension and phonics skills as they read stories.
Writing: Students develop basic sentence structure.
Mathematics: Students will be able to identify six basic shapes and will be able to count and recognize numbers 1-100. Students will learn the concepts of patterning, telling time, and money. Students will also learn addition concepts through the sum of 10 and will be introduced to beginning subtraction concepts.
Science: Students will learn through observation and performing experiments the wonder of God’s design in this world He has created. They will understand God’s plan for the universe and their own lives. They will also begin to learn basic science concepts through literature.
Computer: Computer lab lessons are designed to teach students about the use of technology. Students will use a variety of applications throughout the year. The digital curriculum utilized is Keyboarding Without Tears, a row-based approach to teaching the keyboard. Applications and topics of study include computer awareness, internet safety, ABC Mouse, and Kid Pix.
Music: Students will learn to praise God through music. Students will also memorize Bible verses, learn simple math concepts, develop coordination through music and movement, and learn biblical principles. Students will learn age-appropriate music theory and be given opportunities to play classroom instruments. Students will be given the opportunity to participate in school wide programs.
Physical Education: In Physical Education, students acquire the knowledge and skills for movement that provide the foundation for enjoyment, continued social development through physical activity, and access to a physically active lifestyle. In grades K-2, students learn fundamental movement skills and begin to understand how the muscles, bones, heart, and lungs function in relation to physical activity. Students are engaged in activities that develop basic levels of strength, endurance, and flexibility. In addition, students learn to work safely in group and individual movement settings.