CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
Reading and Language Arts
Word of Faith Academy uses the A Beka reading and language arts program, which is based upon phonics and phonemic awareness. This program, when integrated with state benchmarks, focuses upon decoding, fluency, comprehension, writing, research, and inquiry. The goal of this program is to produce students who can read and comprehend written text as well as communicate both orally and written with audiences of all genres.
Students are continually exposed and engaged in authentic literature, grouped with thematic units and state benchmarks.
Word of Faith Academy's reading/language arts program aides in the development of a love for reading through exposing students to a variety of books reflecting interests, communities, and situations that are familiar or of interest to them. Each subject area includes an extensive number of trade books which can provide background information and readings that build knowledge in each subject area. Additionally, Word of Faith Academy uses Accelerated Reader Program, which provides incentives for reading books of interest. This program is provided in conjunction with the local library.
Word of Faith Academy requires each student to participate in writing to a variety of writing prompts each week, in order to develop written communication. These students use their written pieces to produce writing portfolios, which are shared with parents and the community through special events, such as its Annual Coffee House and Hattiesburg American entries.
Reading and Language Arts Objectives:
- To decode written words easily and effortlessly
- To read written text with fluency, expression, and comprehension
- To use inquiry when reading written text
- To communicate, in writing, with all audiences and across genres
Reading and Language Arts Benchmarks
Emergent Learners
*Letter recognition
*Phonemes
*Sequencing
*Vocabulary
*Penmanship
*Language Development
*Grammar and Usage
*Making predictions
*Synonyms and antonyms
*Listening/speaking |
Kinder-Preparatory
*Letter recognition
*Phonemes
*Phonics
*Decoding
*Reading
*fluency
*Sequencing
*Main Idea/Details
*Vocabulary
*Making Predictions
*Synonyms
*Penmanship
*Workplace Data
*Listening/speaking
*Spelling
*Sentence structure and writing |
Kindergarten
*Reading
*Editing
*Writing Process
*Comprehension strategies
*Workplace data
*Listening/speaking
*Decoding
*Fluency
*Alphabetical Order
*Penmanship
*Vocabulary
*Grammar/usage
*Synonyms/antonyms
*spelling
*Sentence structure and writing |
First Grade
*Root words, suffixes, and prefixes
*Synonyms
*Antonyms
*Homophones
*Homonyms
*Use of resources
*Workplace data
*Listening
*speaking
*Parts of speech
*Comprehension strategies
*Quotation marks
*Editing
*Writing Process
*Vocabulary
*Spelling |
Mathematics Top
Word of Faith Academy uses the A Beka Curriculum in order to provide instruction in math. In addition, students are immersed in the Saxon curriculum, which provides repetition in mathematical concepts in order to establish foundations. These programs, coupled together, provide multiple opportunities to master mathematical concepts, such as manipulation of figures, computational skill and critical thinking and problem solving skills that enable students to apply mathematical concepts.
Mathematics Learning Objectives:
- Develop an understanding of mathematical concepts through the use of manipulatives
- Complete mathematics computations by adding, subtracting, multiplication, and division
- Use reasoning skills in order to apply mathematical concepts
Mathematical Concepts
Emergent Learners
* Counting
*Numeracy recognition
*Numbers and Number theory
*Patterns
*Geometric Concepts
*Money values |
Kinder-Preparatory
*Counting
*Numeracy recognition
*Numbers and Number theory
*Patterns
*Geometric concepts
*Money Values
*Skip counting
*Addition
*Subtraction |
Kindergarten
*Skip counting
*Numbers and Number Theory
*Computation of whole numbers
*Patterns and sequencing
*Time
*Measurement
*Probability and statistics
*Money Values
*Re-grouping
*Test preparation
*Reasoning and problem solving
*Number sentences
*Algebraic thinking
*Geometric concepts
*Modeling, reading, and writing fractions
*Graphing
*Multiplication facts and theory |
First Grade
* Skip counting
*Multiplication facts and theory
*Division facts and theory
*Time
*Computation of whole numbers
*Patterns
*Measurement
*Probability and statistics
*Money (price tags)
*Re-grouping
*Test preparation
*Reasoning and problem solving
*Algebraic thinking
*Geometric Concepts
*Modeling, reading, and writing fractions
*Graphing
*Multiplication facts and theory
*Theory of division
*Place Value |
Science Top
Word of Faith Academy uses the A Beka curriculum as the primary source for science and social studies. However, incorporation of the RIDES program is instituted. Coupled together, solid foundation of scientific concepts and methods are provided through the development of life, earth, physical, and health science. Students have the opportunity to develop and understanding of and demonstrate the understanding of the scientific thinking process to form hypothesis and test such educated guesses as a natural part of everyday existence and science experiments. Center-based experiments are conducted weekly.
Science Objectives:
- Develop an understanding of the scientific method
- Understanding of scientific concepts
Science Concepts
Emergent Learners
Life Science
Animals, plants, and habitats
Earth Science
Weather
Physical Science
Sound
Health Science
Body parts, food |
Kinder-Preparatory
Life Science
Animals, plants, and habitats
Earth Science
Weather
Physical Science
Sound
Health Science
Body parts, food, maintaining health |
Kindergarten
Life Science
Animals and plants, their needs and habitats
Earth Science
Weather, Climate, Resources
Physical Science
Matter, Motion, Sound
Health Science
Body parts, maintaining health, food and nutrition, senses, hygiene |
First Grade
Life Science
Plant and animal life cycles, growth, structure, and variation
Earth Science
The solar system,
Relationship of weather to seasons and earth's rotation
Physical Science
Motion, sound, light, heat
Health Science
Senses, oral hygiene, diet, and nutrition |
Social Studies Top
Word of Faith Academy utilizes the A Beka curriculum for social studies instruction. This program focuses on the world around us and our immediate surroundings, while incorporating citizenship concepts. Additionally, the program is rich in American history and the foundations upon which the United States were founded.
Social Studies Objectives
- Develop foundational understanding of early American history
- Develop an understanding of African American contributions
- Understand and apply geographical concepts
- Promote a lifestyle of positive, active citizenship
Social Studies Concepts
Emergent Learners
*Service occupations
*Holidays and celebrations of history |
Kinder-Preparatory
*Service occupations
*Holidays and celebrations of history |
Kindergarten
*Service occupations
*Holidays and celebrations of history
*Geographical concepts
*Recognition of the 50 states and capitals
*Recognition of seven continents and four oceans
*Diversity, voting, and citizenship
*Map-reading
*Understanding of directions
*Early American History
*African American history
*Natural resources
*Economics
*Homes, neighborhoods, and communities |
First Grade
*Map skills
*Latitude and longitude
*Types of communities
*Earth's Natural resources
*Factories and farms
*Native Americans
*African American history
*Multi-cultural festivals
*Exploration of the founding of America
*Understanding globes
*Use of map keys and legends |
Arts and Activities Top
Music, Art, and Foreign Languages
To augment their personal and intellectual development, Word of Faith Academy provides all children with the opportunity to participate in and appreciate a variety of the following artistic creations:
1. Music appreciation
2. Show choir
3. Visual Arts
4. Photography
5. Spanish
6. Expressive Movement
7. Graphic Design
8. Instrumental music development
9. Computer
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