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P.S. 197 John b. russwurm

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Curriculum & Program

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Mathematics

Envisions Math is the standards aligned curriculum that we will implement for the 2021-2022 school year.All resources for the program can be found at the following link:https://www.savvas.com/index.cfm?locator=PS38Dv

English Language Arts

We will utilize the Into Reading curriculum for core learning. 3K & Pre-K will continue to use the Pre-K Explore Units of Study.  Pre-K, K, and 1 will be mandated to implement Heggerty.  K-2 will be mandated to implement Foundations.

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Social Studies

All cluster teachers will be required to imbed Literacy and Mathematics standards in their instructional programs. If there is a specific concept and/or skill that you would like addressed with your students in their class, please collaborate with them. Below are a few links that highlight examples of this:
http://media.doe.in.gov/curriculum/2011-04-CommonCore-PE.html

https://media.doe.in.gov/curriculum/2011-04-CommonCore-PE.html

https://media.doe.in.gov/curriculum/2011-04-CommonCore-PE.html

Science

We will be implementing the Amplified Science curriculum.  Amplify Science blends digital experiences with hands-on lessons that inspire students to think like scientists and engineers to solve real-world problems.  Below are a few links to support teachers with science instruction:
https://www.amplify.com/curriculum/amplifyscience/elementary
http://schools.nyc.gov
(Click on the “Academics” tab on the left)
http://www.nextgenscience.org/
http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/
http://www.all-science-fair-projects.com
http://school.discoveryeducation.com/lessonplans

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