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Academics:
The moment you enter the front doors of Frost Elementary,
you witness a unique community of scholars and professionals
who work together toward academic excellence. A superior
education is provided for each scholar within this diverse
community by encouraging mutual respect and enthusiasm for
learning.
To ensure understanding of expectations, scholarly behaviors
are modeled and taught daily by teachers and staff. Students
are referred to as “scholars” in order to recognize the
importance of learning and to encourage them to connect
knowledge with real world experiences. Scholars are
encouraged to “dig deeper” as they learn in an atmosphere
where critical thinking is fostered and developed.
Instruction is provided by utilizing the interdisciplinary
connection framework. The following concepts are
incorporated daily into learning:
- Language to Literacy Charts - Scholars make
deeper connections between text and personal life
experiences.
- Multiple Intelligences - Scholars learn using
their multiple intelligences.
- Well Managed Classroom - Scholars are expected
to demonstrate the social skills that are taught in the
classroom.
- Grade Level Themes - Each level has a general
theme that is incorporated into learning (Ex. Kindergarten
- patterns)
Our Balanced Literacy program along with Thinking Maps,
Neuhaus Reading and Language Enrichment, 6 Traits of
Writing, Action Based Learning, Esperanza, Reading Recovery,
and Title I, provide a well-balanced and comprehensive
reading and writing program. A well balanced Math program is
also provided with “hands-on” teaching practices through our
state adopted ‘”Think Math” series as well as visual and
action-based programs, such as: CGI Math, Marcy Cook Math,
Daily BB Math, manipulative activities, strategies for word
problems.
It is plain to see that Frost scholars experience success
because they understand the importance of learning. As they
become independent learners with the ability to think at
high and more challenging levels, they develop a confidence
and gain positive self esteem.
Parents and the community are also a vital part of our
program at Frost such as: mentoring programs, intervention
assistance, Benold Buddies, PALS, PIE, tutoring, important
guest speakers, exciting field trips, fine arts contests,
and much more.
Frost Elementary is recognized as an outstanding school of
excellence where “Scholars are responsible, respectful,
and ready to learn!”
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