Curriculum
Basic Curriculum
Reading, Literature and Phonics - Literature and phonics are a daily part of the curriculum. The literature program has a strong phonics base, emphasized by daily written and oral drill. Reading materials will be selected from approved literature. The phonics material are the Spalding "Writing Road to Reading" program.
Penmanship - The Spalding handwriting program is taught in grades K-5, with cursive writing introduced no later than 3rd grade, based on the child’s ability. Neatness and legibility of penmanship are stressed through daily drill. “The Writing Road to Reading” is the program for handwriting.
Spelling - A solid phonics-based Spalding spelling program, which consistently teaches spelling rules, is part of the language arts curriculum. The Ayres list of most frequently used words and content area words are used in the spelling program. The Morrison-McCall Spelling Assessment will be given eight times during the year to determine progress in spelling.
Mathematics - Mathematics is taught daily with the program using direct teacher instruction and written practice sheets and stressing memorization of math facts. The textbook used is Saxon Math.
English - The English program includes daily practice and drill in the rules and usage of fundamental grammar. Creative writing and poetry are an integral part of the program. Beginning in grade 1, the Shurley Method “English Made Easy" will be used.
Composition - Washington Traditional students are expected to be able to express themselves in a grammatically correct manner that emphasizes clarity of thought and preciseness in spelling and penmanship. A variety of writing experiences are provided at each grade level as required by the State Arizona Standards.
Social Studies - Social Studies emphasizes the study of geography and history. Memorization of important geographical and historical data is required. Current events are also presented.
Science - The science program includes physical, earth, space, and biological sciences. It is centered around the Scott Foresman Science Series and the Prescott Unified School District’s science program.
Health/Safety - Emphasis is on good health habits, nutrition, and general safety rules.
Music - A structured general music and music appreciation program is taught in all grades.
Art - Art history and appreciation is a part of the basic program taught by an art specialist. Art activities are required to teach skills and emphasize traditional art concepts.
P.E. - Each child participates in a physical education program unless excused for medical reasons. The physical education program is designed to teach your child important physical skill development that will carry over into day-to-day life and help promote good health.
Recitations - Every student will memorize, and recite for the teacher, one selection of either historical or literary significant prose or poetry at least once each 9 weeks.
Curriculum Support
Citizenship - Courtesy, respect, honesty, and the meaning of citizenship are taught. Teachers set examples for students and teach them through acknowledgement, praise, and role playing. Respect for personal and public property is taught by stressing respect rather than fear of punishment. Character Counts curriculum is available to all teachers.
Library - Library services are available to all Washington Traditional School students. Children have an opportunity to visit the library and check out books weekly.
Computers - Washington Traditional School has two computer labs that are used to support the teaching of composition, reading, grammar, and math skills and to prepare students for higher training and to prepare them for future job skills.
Remedial Services
The following remedial services will be offered:
- Special education services for Learning Disabled (LD) and speech students
- English Language Learner (ELL) services for limited English proficiency students
-Tutoring program before and after school
Optional Services
The following subjects or curricular areas will not be offered during the regular school day, but may be offered before or after school, or as evening, optional programs:
-Gifted services
-Sex education
-DARE program
-Self-esteem or counseling services
Grades
All classroom assignments and report card grades will be determined by the following chart:
| A | 91-100% |
| B | 81-90% |
| C | 71-80% |
| D | 61-70% |
| F | 60-Below |
Report Cards/Progress Reports
Report cards will be issued at the end of each quarter grading period. Mid-quarter progress reports will also be sent home to parents. Parents are expected to review the grades and comments with their children, sign the report card and progress reports and return them the following school day.
Honor Roll 1st-5th
Students will be recognized for the honor roll by the following criteria:
1. Principal's Honor Roll - Straight A's & E in music
2. Honor Roll - Grade Avg = 91% to 99% and no C's
3. Achievement Award - Grade Avg = 81% to 90% and no C's