K-5 Academics
We are laying the foundation for MCS students to become successful upper school students in whatever school they choose to attend.
Academics are crucial to the success of the students at MCS.
Areas of Study for grades Kindergarten- Fifth Grade
Curriculum
Math – Singapore for all grades 1-7
Language Arts – varied depending on grade level (Wonders)
Reading
Handwriting Without Tears (Kindergarten - 2nd Grade)
Spelling
Grammar
Science – Purposeful Design - Grades 1-5
Social Studies – Houghton Mifflin, Crystal Clear & Notgrass History
Bible/Character – Positive Action for Christ
MAP Testing - (Measures of Academic Progress) is an adaptive computer test given to students to measure what they know and how much they grow academically in reading, math and language usage. It is given 2 to 3 times a year.
Art – 1 hour each week
The Art program encompasses art history, art literature, art appreciation, and technique. Students learn through the study of the Master Artists. After six years at MCS, a student will have studied 40 of the master artists.
Music – 30 minutes each week
Through the music program students are introduced to classical music through singing, moving, playing instruments, and listening to the master works. Third graders learn to read music through playing the recorder in preparation for learning to play the hand chimes in fourth and fifth grades. Sixth and seventh grade students will learn to play the guitar and ukulele.
Library – 30 minutes each week
Our library has approximately 4,000 quality children’s literature books! Library time has an emphasis on improving reading comprehension and exposing students to new authors. STAR reading and Accelerated Reader (AR) are also part of our Library program.
P.E. – 30 minutes each day
Physical activity is important to learning. The Physical Education program focuses on movement, healthy lifestyle, sportsmanship, and teamwork.
Enrichment – 30 minutes each week
Enhancing learning through skills that will help in other academics and in life is vital to the success of the student. Kindergarten, first, and second grades explore character development, the Kindness Project, and STEM/STEAM. Third, fourth, and fifth grades learn keyboarding, computer skills, interview skills, presentation skills, and study skills. Sixth and seventh students have 4 electives a year centered around writing, math and science.
Click on the button below to find out more about each curriculum used and the scope and sequence of each.
Being prepared for each grade level is essential for a successful school year. The lists provided here outline the key skills and knowledge students need to master to excel in the next grade. These general guidelines can help students and parents focus on important areas for academic growth.