Curriculum
Curriculum
At Integrated Day Charter School, our curriculum is intentionally designed to inspire curiosity, encourage critical thinking, and foster a lifelong love of learning. Grounded in our mission and educational tenets, our instructional program integrates rigorous academic standards with authentic, hands-on learning experiences that help students make meaningful connections across subject areas.
One of the distinctive features of the IDCS educational model is our integrated multi-age classroom structure. Many of our classrooms operate on an A Year/B Year curriculum cycle, allowing students to experience a unique sequence of themes, projects, and instructional units each year they are in the classroom. This approach provides comprehensive coverage of grade-level standards while promoting collaboration, leadership, and deeper understanding through a rich, integrated learning experience.
Our curriculum is built around the school's core tenets, including Research, Integration of the Arts, Responsive Classroom, Critical Pedagogy, Families as Partners, and Environmental Stewardship. These guiding principles are woven throughout instruction to create engaging, relevant learning experiences that prepare students to become thoughtful problem-solvers, effective communicators, and responsible citizens.
At IDCS, curriculum development is an ongoing, collaborative process. Dedicated curriculum committees regularly review instructional materials, student performance data, classroom assessments, current educational research, and feedback from students, families, faculty, and other stakeholders. This continuous cycle of reflection and improvement ensures that our curriculum remains innovative, responsive, and aligned with best practices while meeting the evolving needs of our students.
We welcome questions about our curriculum, instructional programs, and academic expectations. Families are encouraged to contact the Executive Director or Assistant Director for additional information.
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Kindergarten at Integrated Day Charter School is a joyful introduction to learning, where children build a strong foundation in literacy, mathematics, social-emotional development, and inquiry. Through hands-on exploration, play-based learning, and meaningful research experiences, students develop confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning while acquiring the skills needed for future academic success.
Click the link below to access our Kindergarten Curriculum Guide. This interactive Google document provides an overview of what students will learn throughout the school year and includes links to a variety of helpful resources for families. We encourage you to explore the guide to learn more about our kindergarten program and discover ways to support your child's learning at home.
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First grade students continue building strong literacy and mathematics skills while becoming increasingly independent learners. Through integrated instruction, research, collaboration, and creative problem-solving, students strengthen their academic foundation and develop confidence as curious, capable learners.
Click the link below to access our Grade 1 Curriculum Guide. This interactive Google document provides an overview of what students will learn throughout the school year and includes links to a variety of helpful resources for families. We encourage you to explore the guide to learn more about our first-grade program and discover ways to support your child's learning at home.
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Our integrated Grade 2/3 classrooms provide students with a dynamic, collaborative learning environment where children of both grade levels learn together while receiving instruction aligned to their individual grade-level standards. These classrooms operate on an A Year/B Year curriculum cycle, allowing students who remain in the integrated classroom for two years to experience a unique sequence of themes, projects, and instructional units without repeating content. This model encourages peer collaboration, leadership, flexibility, and deeper learning while ensuring comprehensive coverage of all required standards.
Click the link below to access our Grades 2 & 3 Curriculum Guide. This interactive Google document provides an overview of our A Year/B Year curriculum, what students will learn throughout the school year, and includes links to a variety of helpful resources for families. We encourage you to explore the guide to learn more about our integrated program and discover ways to support your child's learning at home.
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Our integrated Grade 4/5 classrooms continue the multi-age learning experience by combining students in a collaborative environment that promotes academic growth, independence, and leadership. Operating on an A Year/B Year curriculum cycle, students participate in two complementary years of instruction that ensure all grade-level standards are taught while providing fresh learning experiences each year. Through integrated projects, research, critical thinking, and collaborative problem-solving, students build the skills and confidence needed for a successful transition to middle school.
Click the link below to access our Grades 4 & 5 Curriculum Guide. This interactive Google document provides an overview of our A Year/B Year curriculum, what students will learn throughout the school year, and includes links to a variety of helpful resources for families. We encourage you to explore the guide to learn more about our integrated program and discover ways to support your child's learning at home.
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As students enter middle school, sixth grade provides a supportive environment that encourages both academic achievement and personal growth. Students strengthen critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and research skills while exploring increasingly complex concepts through interdisciplinary learning.
Click the link below to access our Grade 6 Curriculum Guide. This interactive Google document provides an overview of what students will learn throughout the school year and includes links to a variety of helpful resources for families. We encourage you to explore the guide to learn more about our sixth-grade program and discover ways to support your child's learning at home.
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Our integrated Grade 7/8 classrooms provide students with a collaborative learning environment that prepares them for the academic expectations and responsibilities of high school. Operating on an A Year/B Year curriculum cycle, students experience two complementary years of instruction that ensure all grade-level standards are taught while providing unique themes, projects, and learning opportunities each year. This integrated model encourages leadership, collaboration, critical thinking, and independence as students engage in challenging coursework, meaningful research, presentations, and real-world problem-solving.
As the culminating years of the IDCS educational experience, students develop the confidence, organizational skills, and academic foundation needed for success in high school and beyond while continuing to grow as compassionate, curious, and lifelong learners.
Click the link below to access our Grades 7 & 8 Curriculum Guide. This interactive Google document provides an overview of our A Year/B Year curriculum, what students will learn throughout the school year, and includes links to a variety of helpful resources for families. We encourage you to explore the guide to learn more about our integrated middle school program and discover ways to support your child's learning at home.