Academics

• Technology-rich learning environment including 1:1 iPads for all students, SMART boards, and an integrated technology set-up in each classroom.
• Rigorous, research-based curricular programs including Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) math, STEMscopes science, Orton-Gillingham Phonics, and Readers and Writers Workshop.
• Engaging STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) and Maker education. The Cougar Innovation Lab houses Beebot and Ozobot coding robots, Osmo interactive learning tools, a green screen studio, Lego stations and more!
• Spectacular, community-built learning garden allows students to participate in hands-on learning activities, planting, harvesting, composting and more!
• Arts education in all grade levels with Meet the Masters lessons and activities.  All 3rd-5th grade students participate in a weekly music program, including voice, strings, and recorders.

http://www.readkiddoread.com is a great resource for reading suggestions. The site includes everything from picture books to young adult selections:

This was our summer reading challenge a few years ago. It has a great summary of reading opportunities for students any time of the year: Reading Suggestions

LEXIA READING CORE5 - Use this website to practice your reading skills.

SPELLINGCITY - Play games to practice your spelling and vocabulary.

KhanAcademy.org

Khan Academy is a non-profit educational organization created in 2006 by educator Salman Khan with a goal of creating a set of online tools that help educate students. The organization produces short lessons in the form of YouTube videos. This site is free and will be a useful resource beyond elementary school.