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Lower School Program

     Junior Kindergarten students use their
imagination and cognitive abilities every day.

JUNIOR KINDERGARTEN
(HALF-DAY & FULL-DAY PROGRAMS)

Millwood’s Junior Kindergarten program allows each student to explore the building blocks of education through hands-on activities and interactive lessons. We emphasize social interaction, creativity, and the development of a positive and strong self-concept. Junior Kindergarten recognizes the unique learning styles of each student and helps provide a smooth and successful entry into Kindergarten.

 

    Kindergartners focusing in on a friendly turtle
        during one of their key discovery projects.

KINDERGARTEN

Kindergarten is a key year of development in a child's life. Millwood's emphasis on small class size plays a vital role, creating an environment that fosters respect for others and a love of learning. Each child is given the opportunity to develop appropriate behaviors, a firm foundation in core subjects, and leadership skills.
 
     1st graders always at work, smiling.

FIRST GRADE

Students begin their journey toward becoming more independent and responsible learners. Special projects and activities that enable students to practice critical thinking skills take place on a daily basis across the curriculum. As students learn to become higher level thinkers, the development of leadership and cooperative learning skills instill students with a sense of community within the classroom.
 
    2nd Grade looking on during a Monday Morning
                             Meeting presentation.

 

 

 

SECOND GRADE

Second grade allows students to explore various topics in small group settings, satisfying their curiosities and expressing their ideas. With assignments that are intellectually challenging and fun, students develop a great deal of knowledge during this critical year. Each day provides new opportunities to grow academically, socially, and physically.


THIRD GRADE

The third grade year is one of transition and growth. Children are guided through instruction and practice to achieve mastery of new organizational skills. These activities help to instill those behaviors that contribute to personal self-confidence and scholastic achievement. The skills learned during this important year serve as an important foundation for academic success.
 
   "Buddy Time" is a long-standing tradition at Millwood.

FOURTH GRADE

In fourth grade, students are given many opportunities to work more independently. They are given rich opportunities to read and respond to a variety of literary genres. They systematically study and practice writing for specific purposes. An abundance of group projects develops their ability to work cooperatively, learning how to divide tasks fairly and resolve differences with others. They master organizational and study skills that will carry them toward middle school with confidence and effectiveness.
 

FIFTH GRADE

Fifth graders work toward mastery of organizational skills, time management skills, and study skills that help ensure success in middle school. Students are able to express themselves and demonstrate mastery of the material through writing, projects, and group activities. The effectiveness of public speaking is evident at this level and students are given ample opportunities to present. As in lower grades, individuality, learning styles, and unique abilities are considered in planning activities.

Hear from within the Kindergarten Classroom

Kindergarten Teacher, Mrs. Cathy Taillon, talks about the various ways she teaches her students on a variety of skill-based topics. Students in our 3-year program - 5th grade experience the "Millwood way" of learning through one-on-one and thought stimulating instruction.

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