We pride ourselves on a rigorous academic approach anchored in the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework. Our curriculum utilizes a blend of FOSS Science and Singapore Math, elevating our educational standards beyond traditional state benchmarks. This unique integration cultivates a holistic learning environment, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and a global perspective in every student.
Visual & Performing Arts
In third grade, students continue building upon their creative foundation and fostering a deep love for artistic expression and self-discovery. Engaging with a diverse array of art forms, they explore the realms of creativity, experiment with various materials, and effectively integrate their artistic expressions with other subjects and real-life experiences.
Dance
Students combine movement in place, movement across the room, and an understanding of space and time to create original dance sequences with kinesthetic and visual rhythm
Emphasis on incorporating dance elements like force or energy into improvisations and movement sequences
Learning to structure dance sequences with a clear beginning, middle, and end, incorporating a variety of shapes, movements, and levels in space
Collaboration: Creating, memorizing, and performing movement sequences with a partner or a small group
Appreciating diversity: Comparing and contrasting dances from various cultures to enrich their repertoire of movements and understanding of dance's cultural significance
Music
Focusing on rhythmic patterns, musical forms, melody, harmony, and timbre while reading, writing, and performing music
Developing listening skills to identify and appreciate musical qualities in different compositions and cultures
Comparing and contrasting music from diverse cultures, enhancing their understanding of music worldwide
Skill refinement: Singing from memory, creating rhythmic and melodic phrases, and performing songs from various cultures
Critical analysis: Learning to judge the quality of a musical performance using specific criteria and identifying common elements across art forms
Visual Arts
Understand critical elements in theatre such as character, setting, conflict, motivation, and stage aspects
Engage in cooperative scriptwriting, improvisations, and various artistic techniques to foster creativity and understanding
Explore global narratives and cultural stories, identifying universal themes and appreciating diverse artistic expressions
Develop skills in creating spatial illusions, utilizing techniques like drawing, painting, sculpture, and more to represent various distances effectively
Apply analytical thinking by evaluating performances, scripts, and artworks, distinguishing different art forms and understanding their influence on individuals and communities