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Why are field trips important?

Field trips are an important part of the curriculum and experiences that our students look forward to . Those day trips allow children to deepen and enhance Science, Math, Social Studies, and Art skills.

Why is math important in the classroom?

Most importantly, it’s about having children engaged in inquiry, proving their thinking, and communicating it to their peers. In order to achieve this , we set up activities and routines in every classroom that build number sense and encourage students to take different paths to solve problems.

What is the French American Academy?

The French American Academy works collaboratively with Math and the City, a national center of research so we can provide a strong curriculum in computation, algebra, geometry, and data organization,

Why is oral language important?

So it is fundamental for children to develop their oral language skills to enrich their reading and writing. During their time at the French American Academy, students have different opportunities to improve these competencies.

How do French and English teachers work together?

Elementary school’s French and English teachers teach together to help students build bridges between the two languages. French and English teachers work together to help students build bridges between the two languages. Through the method MAK developed by Marianne Verbuyt students will take the time to study the structure of each language and compare them. Marianne Verbuyt has included visual tools in her method to make that learning easier, funnier and more efficient. With this well-designed and thoughtful approach for syntax, punctuation, and prosody the students develop a stronger mastery of each language.

What is an exit project in 5th grade?

By the end of 5th grade, students present a final Exit Project on a topic of their choosing as evidence of all they have learned during the course of their elementary years. First, they are required to complete extensive independent research. Then, they will have to write a formal research paper.

Why is the French Elementary Curriculum important?

Second, but equally important, it provides children cognitive development and social-emotional growth through various aspects of the academic life. The Elementary curriculum develops bridges between the program of the French Ministry of National Education and the US Common Core to ensure students build a strong foundation for future learning.