English language arts
Vida School’s ELA curriculum focuses on oral and written language expression, as well as developing a strong sense of comprehension and interpretation skills. Students become aware of parts of speech, grammar, sentence structure, poetry and building a written composition. A love for literature and reading are introduced through child-led practices in which the student engages with material that sparks an interest, addresses a curiosity, or connects to their personal lives and experiences. Presentation and public speaking are highlighted through opportunities to present to the school community and beyond.
math
Students explore mathematical concepts in a variety of ways. Using concrete materials, games based learning, and creative assessment tools, students will explore a variety of concepts. Depending on academic level, students will exercise concepts ranging from foundational skills of number sense, addition, and subtraction to more advanced concepts such as fractions, decimals and geometry. Vida aims to go beyond rote memorization in an attempt to help students reach a deeper level of mathematical understanding. Vida leans into a Games-Based math approach utilizing cards, dice, and puzzles to gain a solid conceptual understanding that increases flexible thinking.
science/
steam
Child led inquiry and curiosity guide our science curriculum. Students learn what it means to ask critical questions and seek answers through use of the scientific method. Through physical, life, Earth and space science exploration students practice asking questions, making astute observations, experimentation, creative problem-solving, pattern recognition and constructive communication. Our STEAM fair event allows students to follow the path of scientific inquiry and research by coming up with solutions to a problem or question that interests them. Through the lens of science, students also learn what it means to be a champion for our planet and how we can better protect our natural resources through sustainable practices.
social studies
The passage of time is an introduction to the key events in history that have shaped our world today. A modern and responsible view of our world’s history encourages students to critically and holistically make conclusions about how our actions affect others. Community takes center stage as students explore the concepts of individual rights and responsibilities within their local and global communities. Students begin to learn that different cultures and communities offer differing perspectives on how we form meaning and relationships. Through the studies of different cultures, Vida students begin to understand the concepts of respect, collaboration, and connection. During our school Culture Expo, students research and present their own cultural and geographical family backgrounds, utilizing research, interview, and presentation skills.
