Curriculum
We believe children learn through meaningful experiences that challenge them to interpret and engage actively in their world. We immerse them in topics and challenge them with questions that are inspiring and thought-provoking, from studying of various civil rights movements and how communities work together for change, to exploring our planetary system and asking how we might develop a colony to sustain life on Mars. Students have opportunities to read and think deeply, express themselves through language, movement, music, and art, and use numbers to interpret patterns and larger mathematical concepts.
- Language Arts
- Mathematics
- Social Studies
- Science
- Spanish
- Computer Science and Technology
- Art
- Health Education
- Library
- Music
- Physical Education
- Theatre
- Woodshop
Language Arts
Mathematics
Social Studies
Science
Spanish
Computer Science and Technology
Art
Health Education
Library
Music
Physical Education
Theatre
Woodshop
Lower School Curriculum Guide
Quakerism in the Lower School
Our Quaker curriculum provides our community with developmentally-appropriate materials that allow the students access to understanding the history of Quakerism. The curriculum also guides students in developing ownership of the six Quaker Testimonies known as the “SPICES”: Simplicity, Peace, Integrity, Community, Equality and Stewardship.
Each year, the Lower School focuses on two of these testimonies to guide our work.
Simplicity
Activities and possessions should not overwhelm us.
Peace
Each life is precious and unique.
Integrity
We are seekers of the truth.
Community
We care for each other.
Equality
We are all equal before God.
Stewardship
We use God’s gifts wisely.