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PRE–K & ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Montessori
The Montessori philosophy proposes that every child is born with the strong desire Available School Options
to learn. The program uses a unique method of education that emphasizes the
development of the whole child. The Montessori classroom stresses active learning Choice
with attractive, academically sequential materials that allow children to develop at · Northboro Elementary
their own pace. This prepared environment offers a non–competitive, cooperative (Pre–K3, Pre–K4, K–5)
learning atmosphere in multi–age classrooms or looping models. Students receive · S.D. Spady Elementary
(Pre–K3, Pre–K4, K–5)
a solid foundation in the basic subjects through high–quality, stimulating teaching In–House: None available
strategies focused on creative thinking and community–minded problem solving.
Orchestral Strings
The purpose of the Orchestral Strings Program is to provide instruction in the Available School Options
development of beginning through advanced level skills in a classroom and ensemble
setting through the performance and refinement of a variety of orchestral literature. Choice
The arts are infused throughout the academic curriculum. Extra rehearsal and · Palm Beach Public Elementary
performance time may be required beyond the school day. Students will perform at In–House: None available
various community events.
Science (Environmental), Technology, Engineering, and Math Available School Options
Pine Jog Elementary School has partnered with Florida Atlantic University and Pine
Jog Environmental Education Center to create the first Leadership in Energy and Choice
Environmental Design (LEED) Certified Green Elementary School in Florida. The focus · Pine Jog Elementary
is on environmental science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Students have In–House: None available
the opportunity to engage in hands–on learning experiences as they explore and
discover the wonders of native vegetation and wildlife on the 150 acres of natural
Florida habitat. This hands–on, investigative approach requires the student to become
an active participant in the learning process. Nature studies offer many opportunities
to involve art throughout this unique integrated curriculum.
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Available School Options
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) topics are integrated into all
aspects of learning including reading, writing, and social studies. All students are Choice
engaged in hands–on science and math activities in their classrooms, which may be · Crosspointe Elementary
supported by the following resource labs: Science Lab, Math Lab, Lego Robotics · Cypress Trails Elementary
Lab, and the Planetarium Classroom (Poinciana Elementary). Through hands–on · Equestrian Trails Elementary
experiences building Lego robots, students develop skills in problem solving, critical · Meadow Park Elementary
thinking, and teamwork. Students participate in a variety of out of school field · Poinciana Elementary
experiences connected to the curriculum. · Starlight Cove Elementary
In–House
· Elbridge Gale Elementary
· Timber Trace Elementary

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EDUCATE · AFFIRM · INSPIRE