Curriculum Overview
The Kindergarten curriculum is based on the TEKS (Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills) and the teachings of the Lutheran Church, Missouri Synod.
Teaching of the core subjects include . . .
*Religion - materials from Concordia Publishing House
*Language - materials from Houghton-Mifflin
· Faith based religious instruction
· Language Arts
o Literature – phonics based reading instruction
o Formal program in handwriting, English, and spelling
· Hands on mathematics instruction with an emphasis on problem solving
· Experienced based science
· Integrated social studies instruction
o Geography
o History
o Economics
o Government
o Citizenship
o Culture
Additional formal instruction is included in the following areas:
· Art
· Computer Education
· Library
· Music/Choir
· Physical Education
· Spanish
· Faith based religious instruction
· Language Arts
o Literature – phonics based reading instruction
o Formal program in handwriting, English, and spelling
· Hands on mathematics instruction with an emphasis on problem solving
· Experienced based science
· Integrated social studies instruction
o Geography
o History
o Economics
o Government
o Citizenship
o Culture
Additional formal instruction is included in the following areas:
· Art
· Computer Education
· Library
· Music/Choir
· Physical Education
· Spanish
The first graders also participate in enrichment activities that are appropriate for the students and integrate into the formal instruction.


