Academics
Elementary (K-5)
Kindergarten
A Time for Exploration And Inquiry
Kindergarten is a crucial period where young learners need to feel valued and supported as they start their academic journey. During this time, teachers offer reassurance and care, creating a nurturing environment throughout the school day. Students engage in direct instruction and hands-on activities that build on their previous knowledge and encourage exploration. Teachers design spaces for students to take risks, make mistakes, and experience success across all areas of the curriculum.
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Grade 1
A Time for Transition
In Grade One, students experience a significant cognitive shift as they begin to apply logic more clearly in their thinking. Teachers and students work together to explore literacy fundamentals while delving into new areas of knowledge and strategies for learning. This phase introduces more complex mathematical concepts, structured writing tasks, and diverse reading strategies. The curriculum is designed to support and enhance the notable changes in students' physical, intellectual, and social development.
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Grade 2
Grade Two: A Time for Differentiation
In Grade Two, differentiation becomes crucial as students’ literacy skills continue to develop based on their individual needs and abilities. The classroom environment is tailored to accommodate a variety of learning styles and the need for movement. This personalized approach to learning and teaching helps students achieve both small and large milestones, preparing them to advance with confidence to the next stage of their learning journey.
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Grade 3
A Time for Collaboration
In Grade Three, students increasingly value peer assessment in addition to teacher feedback, making collaboration and group projects more central to their learning. Trinity teachers guide students to provide thoughtful and constructive feedback to their peers. As students begin to grasp the concepts of fairness and justice, teachers facilitate discussions around diversity in both individuals and groups. Additionally, there is an increased emphasis on helping students become active and engaged members of their community.
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Grade 4
A Time for Independence
In Grade Four, students develop a greater sense of independence, instruction adapts to support this growing maturity. Having mastered many foundational skills, students are ready to delve deeper into their learning. The focus of the curriculum shifts from just building skills in literacy and numeracy to using those skills as essential tools for learning. Students expand their knowledge and refine their skills through discussions and debates, embracing opportunities to think creatively, critically exploring the factors influencing different events.
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Grade 5
A Time for Integration and Accomplishment
In Grade Five, students enhance their learning by making meaningful connections between past experiences and new knowledge. This approach enriches their educational journey by building their confidence and sense of self-efficacy. Teachers support this growth through interdisciplinary projects that integrate skills and concepts from various subject areas. As students develop greater self-assurance, they become well-prepared to tackle the challenges and opportunities that middle school will present.
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