Kindergarten Specials

ART | WEEKLYK5 students develop creative, critical, and problem-solving skills by creating artworks to express individual ideas and experiences, as well as common subjects and themes. The curriculum introduces the elements of art and encourages students to identify them in works of art and in God's creation. Primary colors, as well as shapes and forms, are introduced, along with texture, pattern, and types of lines. Students apply various media, techniques and processes of two- and three-dimensional works of art, including drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics and sculpture. Students learn to use an artist's tools in a safe and appropriate manner.
MUSIC | WEEKLYStudents continue to build a repertoire of songs, games and rhymes while learning the musical concepts of steady beat, rhythm, and distinguishing high/low, fast / slow, loud / soft. Students learn how to play various classroom instruments and respond to music with movement. Students also learn how to play and speak quarter notes and eighth notes. Students work on audibly distinguishing instruments and voices. Singing and performance skills are developed through Grandparents Day, the Christmas Program, and a Spring Program. Students learn that music is a gift that they can use to worship God.
P.E. | WEEKLYPhysical Education in K5 emphasizes continued motor and movement skill development, and the development of an appreciation for participation in physical activity while fostering habits of lifetime wellness and inclusive social skills. Through individual, dual and group participation in physical activities, students increase their understanding of the interrelationship of physical, spiritual, emotional and social well-being. Kindergarteners also work to set and achieve goals in personal, cooperative and competitive activities. Students are guided to be leaders in encouraging positive attitudes and promoting
peaceful conflict resolution.
SPANISH | WEEKLYStudents are exposed to the Spanish language through a variety of themed meaningful games, answering short questions, and singing songs. Studies include building on learned vocabulary. Students experience oral repetition and physical enactments while learning the Spanish language and culture.
TECHNOLOGY + STEAM | WEEKLYIn K5 Technology, students learn basic computer skills in the areas of digital citizenship, foundational coding, basic keyboarding, vocabulary, 3D design, robotics, and web searches. Students engage in activities through computer exercises that strengthen their cognitive reasoning skills while exploring graphic arts, word processing, spreadsheets, and slideshows in Google Workspace for Education. STEAM projects and collaborations are regularly integrated into Technology class. We celebrate each student's unique personality and gifts through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math that stretch them artistically, academically, and cognitively.
READING ROOM | WEEKLYStudents experience an interactive read-aloud of a children’s book that supports chapel themes, seasonal topics, or learning objectives. They also have the opportunity to select and check out a book to take home with them for the week.