2nd Grade
Second grade deepens skills, builds confidence, and sparks curiosity through hands-on learning and discovery.
Second grade is a time of confidence and exploration. Students deepen their reading comprehension, strengthen math fluency, and begin thinking more independently across all subject areas. With guidance, encouragement, and hands-on opportunities, they build essential academic and social-emotional skills that prepare them for upper elementary success.
Core Subjects
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Language Arts
- Advanced phonics and vocabulary building
- Reading for comprehension, fluency, and expression
- Grammar, punctuation, and parts of speech
- Creative writing, book reports, and journaling
- Weekly spelling practice and assessments
- Public speaking and oral presentations
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Mathematics
- Singapore Math foundations
- Addition, subtraction with regrouping, and intro to multiplication/division
- Word problems and logic puzzles
- Use of manipulatives and bar modeling
- Place value, money, measurement, and time
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Science
- FOSS-based hands-on science experiments
- Life cycles, weather patterns, and matter
- Scientific tools and recording observations
- STEM activities and guided exploration
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Social Studies
- Geography skills: maps, continents, and landforms
- Civics: responsibility, rules, and leadership
- American history and famous figures
- Community roles and cultural celebrations
Specialist Classes
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French
- Basic greetings, vocabulary, and songs
- Colors, numbers, days of the week, and cultural fun
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Music & Performing Arts
- Singing, movement, rhythm, and beat recognition
- Seasonal performances and class plays
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Creative Arts
- Drawing, painting, gluing, and themed art projects
- Introduction to different art styles and materials
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Physical Education
- Daily exercise and movement games
- Balance, coordination, teamwork, and participation
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Technology
- Basic mouse and keyboarding skill
- Safe tech use and early digital literacy games
Character & Social Development
- Daily practice of empathy, gratitude, and kindness
- Student roles and classroom responsibilities
- Conflict resolution and community-building activities
- Peer relationships and emotional awareness
- Support for emotional awareness and peer relationships
Typical Day in 2nd Grade
The day begins with language arts and math instruction, followed by science or social studies. Afternoons feature enrichment classes and creative time. Every day includes indoor and outdoor movement, collaborative activities, and joyful community-building routines that promote personal and academic growth.
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