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Mastery Math |
The primary goal is to provide a program in which gifted and talented students can develop their abilities to the fullest. Students are encouraged to extend their skills into the higher orders of thinking and reasoning. Thematic teaching strategies are used to integrate wide varieties of subject matter and creative skills into the academic program through the following areas of study: Grade 3 Exploring Fables & Fairy Tales Amateur Radio Animal Science Investigations Grade 4 National Parks Script Writing - California History Logic, Readers Theater and Literature Grade 5 Period of Exploration: 1200-1600 American History, Explorers (pre-Civil War and Civil War) Opportunities for learning include Spanish language instruction, computer training, science and math skills, and experiences in the dramatic and visual arts. To encourage parent participation in shaping the program, at least two meetings are held each year to exchange recommendations and reactions with the teaching staff: |