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Language Arts in grades K-8 is an integrated program which emphasizes interdisciplinary connections. The program integrates phonics, fluency, vocabulary, grammar, spelling, and comprehension. The reading program provides opportunities for students to enjoy and analyze a variety of genres. The literature-based program includes the use of shared reading, trade books, core novels, periodicals, anthologies, and student-authored books. Sustained silent reading and read-alouds foster the development of positive reading habits so that our children become proficient lifelong readers. The writing program provides opportunities for students to develop content, organization, mechanics, and grammar skills. Grade level units are designed to provide an understanding of different genres.
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The goal of the science program is to enable students to develop attitudes that encourage risk taking and decision making. A process approach is emphasized and students are given opportunities for hands-on experimentation.
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Visual Arts The Mount Arlington School District visual arts program embraces the vision of the New Jersey Core Curriculum content standards. Art is an integral part of a child's educational experience. During the elementary years, students explore art history, learn about different perspectives, and develop a foundation in basic concepts. As students begin their middle school experience, they continue with historical and cultural perspectives and develop a richer foundation of skills through a variety of experiences and artistic media. Links: |
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Mathematics The Mount Arlington School District mathematics curriculum provides students with opportunities to engage in challenging activities that foster understanding of the major content clusters in mathematics:
The above clusters are taught through problem solving, communication, connections, reasoning, representations, and technology as outlined in the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. Links:
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World
Language Our World Language program supports our mission to help students become responsible citizens in a diverse world. The ability to communicate with people and have a deeper understanding of different cultures is an important piece of our curriculum. Students begin by gaining an introduction to the basic vocabulary and simple conversational language through a variety of experiences. The program then increases in frequency and skill level, building upon the foundation from the previous years. During grades 7-8, students take Spanish on a daily basis as part of their core course cycle. During these two years, students focus on conversational language and increased vocabulary development. Links:
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Technology
Our mission is to give children the skills they need for the information age.
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Performing Arts
The Mount Arlington School District performing arts program embraces the vision of the New Jersey Core Curriculum content standards. Arts Education is an integral part of a child's educational experience. Our K-8 program provides students with experiences in music and theater. During the elementary years, students explore music history, learn about different cultures and perspectives, and develop a foundation in basic concepts. As students begin their middle school experience, they continue with historical and cultural perspectives and develop a richer foundation of skills through a variety of experiences and artistic media. Links:
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Health/Physical Education
The physical education curriculum encompasses broad objectives that involve categories of physical fitness, fine and gross motor skills, general knowledge of lifelong and aerobic-type activities, social development, and aesthetic values. These goals are realized through a variety of planned activities that compliment the growth and developmental needs of our students. Health education is an integral part of the total learning process for all students. The curriculum encompasses basic health concepts and encourages the teaching of skills in self-awareness and decision making. Links:
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