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Northeast Elementary 901 North Vine * Glenwood, Iowa 51534 * 712-527-4875 * Fax: 712-527-4054 |
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Curriculum The Glenwood Community School District will support a challenging, varied curriculum that is built on a solid foundation of basic skills such as language arts, science and math. The curriculum will be designed to require all students to stretch their capabilities, teaching critical thinking and the processing of information. The district will make it a priority to work with area preschools, as well as, its own necessary academic and life skills for a successful start to their elementary education. Basics will be emphasized at all grade levels and will be taught using the best of traditional and innovative instructional methods. Technology will be incorporated into the curriculum as an effective instructional and learning tool. The curriculum will be regularly reviewed to ensure that course offerings provide students ample opportunities to prepare themselves for post-graduation success in either higher education or vocational fields. The District will pursue cooperative relationships with colleges, universities, businesses and industries to expand the availability of advanced and real-world learning opportunities.Varied means of Grading and assessment will be used to encourage students to undertake challenging course work in both academic and vocational tracks.Student’s academic experiences will be enhanced at all grade levels through involvement with foreign languages and the fine arts. Student’s exposure to foreign language will begin in the early elementary grades. Participation in the arts and other extra-curricular activities will be encouraged and supported with enthusiastic teachers, instructional resources and facilities. Curriculum Content If at any time parents and/or guardians have questions or concerns about the district's curriculum or school activities, please don't hesitate to contact your child's respective principal. The principal will make every effort to respond to your questions or concerns and, if necessary, arrange a personal conference. When course content contains issues on which people hold varying opinions, Board Policy 603.7 will be followed. Standardized Tests In March all 2nd grade students will be given a standardized test (ITBS). This test is used to determine academic progress for individual students, for groups of student and for the school district. Students are tested unless they are excused by their Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
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