Reading & Writing

READING — Reading instruction will occur daily for a minimum of 90 minutes. The Arizona Articulated Reading Standard will be used as the minimum course of study in grades kindergarten through eighth grade. Spelling Bees &Reading Clubs WRITING — Writing instruction will occur daily for a minimum of 30 minutes. The Arizona Articulated Writing Standard will be used as the minimum course of study. Writing Process, Writing Elements and Writing Applications will be taught using the Writers Workshop process with a focus on the Six Traits. Structured grammar, spelling, and composition lessons will be taught and enhanced with connected literature from the reading series used at each grade level.

Social Studies
	SOCIAL STUDIES — History, Civics/Government, Geography, and Economics will be taught daily to kindergarten through eighth grade students. Direct Instruction lessons along with relevant activities and projects will promote a high level of academic rigor and provide sound opportunities for all students to learn. History Debates

Mathematics

MATHEMATICS — Mathematics at ARSAP will be rigorous and standards based. Standards-based mathematics includes the five math strands of Number Sense/Operations; Data Analysis, Probability and Discrete Math; Patterns, Algebra and Functions; Geometry and Measurement; and Structure and Logic. Mathematics instruction will begin with the mastery of skills to deepen student understanding of concepts. Students will have many opportunities to practice and master skills through workbooks and other independent practice. Math Show Downs

Science
	SCIENCE- will be taught daily to kindergarten through eighth grade students. Direct Instruction lessons along with relevant activities and projects will promote a high level of academic rigor and provide sound opportunities for all students to learn. Science Fair

Physical Education
	PHYSICAL EDUCATION — Physical Education will be taught to children in kindergarten through eighth grade in five 50-minute periods per week. Students may participate in sports as an option after school. Field Day