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Private Elementary School - Second Grade

Our program provides a valuable Second Grade experience for your child and the following benefits:

Academics - We have a comprehensive curriculum, A BEKA, that builds both strong character and academic excellence.  As you follow your child's progress through the year, you will be thrilled to see your child learn the basics in reading, writing, and numbers.  We also teach patriotism and the true meaning of holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter.  

Class Size - Our class size is limited so your child will receive more one-on-one attention.

Extended Care - We offer the convenience of quality care from 6:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m., so that your child remains cared for in a safe, nurturing environment when the academic day is completed.

Computers - Each elementary classroom is equipped with two computers.  In addition, the Springfield Academy has a twelve station computer lab to help children develop skills in technology and to enhance their education.

Dedicated Teachers - All of our elementary teachers are certified teachers.  They have Master's or Bachelor's degrees in Elementary Education or Early Childhood Education.

 

Second Grade Curriculum

LANGUAGE ARTS: 

Phonics & Reading

Review of Vowels, Consonants, Blends, One- & Two-Vowel Words

Recognition and Use of Phonics Sounds in Reading and Writing

Spelling Rules Oral Reading

Cursive Writing

Guided Creative Writing Daily Seatwork

Cursive Writing in Upper & Lower Case

Spelling & Poetry

Weekly Lists Vocabulary and Definitions

Reinforcement Activities Spelling Glossary

Seven Poems Committed to Memory

Language

Capitalization Rules Punctuation

Complete Sentences Alphabetizing Words

Word Usage Rules Writing of Complex Sentences

Writing Letters/Thank-you Notes Creative Writing

ARITHMETIC:  

Number Recognition 1-1000 Counting & Writing 1-1000

Numbers Greatest & Least 1-1000 Multiplication facts 0-5

Division Facts 1-5 Story Problems

Multiple Combinations Estimation

Counting & Combining Coins Telling Time to the Nearest Minute

Measures Developing Listening Skills

Calendars Place Value to Thousands

Unit Fractions Reading a Thermometer

Reading Graphs Drawing & Measuring Lines

Addition Facts through 18 Column Addition

Four-Digit Addition w/Carry Subtraction Facts through 18

Four-Digit Subtraction with Borrowing

HISTORY:

America, Our Home Our Flag

GEOGRAPHY: 

Our Patriotic Holidays

Our Songs

The People Who Built America

Tomorrow's America

SCIENCE: 

Plants & Animals

Health & Human Biology Matter

Energy Conservation

HEALTH, SAFETY, MANNERS: 

Cleanliness 

Diseases

Exercise  

Rest 

Posture 

Nutrition

Politeness 

Kindness

Cheerfulness 

Respect

Thoughtfulness 

Thankfulness

Patience 

Table & Telephone Manners

Safety at Home & Away; On Streets; Around Water; During Bad Weather

ART: 

Creative Art

Cutting

Painting

Pasting/Glueing

Coloring

MUSIC: 

Creative Rhythms

Choral Speaking

Singing

Listening

BIBLE:  

Hymns/Choruses

Lessons: Creation, Noah, Samuel, Daniel, Baby Jesus, etc,..

 
 

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Springfield Academy and Spring 'N' Dale Private Schools

5236 Backlick Road

Springfield, Virginia  22151

(703) 256-3773