Grade 1
A Time for Transition
Students in Grade 1 enter a major cognitive transition where logic is more apparent in their thinking. Together teachers and children engage in the core work of literacy while exploring new horizons of knowledge and ways of organizing thinking and learning. Teachers challenge students with more sophisticated and symbolic math, structured writing activities, and a variety of reading concepts. Children's dramatic change in physical, intellectual, and social growth is accommodated and supported in all curricular areas.
A Snapshot of the Student
Grade 1 students are industrious. Curiosity, openness, drive, and imagination fuel the Grade 1 student's enthusiasm. Schoolwork can be as important to the student as is play. The child is ready to engage in tasks that seem never too big or too hard. The teachers support and guide their students' "ready to tackle the world" attitude. Teachers recognize that support and encouragement are two of the most important building blocks for success. In their eagerness, as the students hurry to be the first to complete an assignment, or rush through the creation of a project, or run to be first in line, teachers help children learn that the process is as important as the product. Grade 1 students engage with learning and social relationships trying earnestly to do their best.
Meet the Grade 1 Teacher