TK-6th Grade Startup Guide

PRIMARY EDUCATION PRIMARY EDUCATION Tk-6th Grade Startup Guide Tk-6th Grade Startup Guide Central Valley Charter Schools Yosemite Valley Charter School & Monarch River Academy STRONG START TO THE SCHOOL YEAR Schoolwide Learner Outcomes Letter from Superintendent, Steph Johnson Learning Period Expectations Body of Work Curriculum FAQ Curriculum Pathways Recommended Curriculum 2024-2025

Schoolwide Learner Outcomes Schoolwide Learner Outcomes Navigators of the Digital World - Navigators of the digital world who are proficient in the use of technology, media, and online resources. Self-Directed - Self-directed and motivated students who are able to set attainable goals to achieve academic success. Personalized Learners - Personalized learners who are able to thrive in the style of education that best fits their individual needs. Independent Critical Thinkers - Independent critical thinkers who have the ability to problem solve, take ownership, and apply their knowledge to a variety of problems. Responsible Citizens - Responsible citizens who demonstrate integrity and respect while actively seeking knowledge of local and global issues. Effective Communicators - Effective communicators who can thoughtfully articulate their thinking with confidence while collaborating with peers.

Dear Students, Parents, Learning Coaches, & Families, Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! We are so excited to be on this Journey of Learning with you! Each student has been assigned an Independent Study Teacher who will serve as your guide and support throughout the year. Our credentialed teachers will be supporting you with curriculum selection, lesson planning, work assignments, assessments, and more. You will meet with your teacher every Learning Period to review the body of work for the previous Learning Period, have work assigned for the next Learning Period, facilitate assessments, and provide information on learning opportunities and school updates. If you need any support in between meetings, your teacher will also be reaching out on a weekly basis to make sure you are well supported. Communication is critical at our school, so please keep a lookout for emails (check your spam on a regular basis) and always return calls from your teacher so we can ensure your student is progressing. Thank you again for choosing us to be on this journey with you as your school. Our mission is to ensure our students are academically successful, and we know that means we need to be strong partners with you. As always, we are here for you, so please reach out anytime. Sincerely, Steph Johnson Superintendent

s e CVCS l a g r a r E e i LEARNING PERIOD EXPECTATIONS LEARNING PERIOD EXPECTATIONS S TK-6th Grade The Learning Coach and all enrolled students must be present at each Learning Period Meeting. Please set aside 1 hour for a single student and 15 minutes for each additional student to meet with your Teacher for your Learning Period Meeting. Bring your curriculum to your Learning Period Meeting to review progress in all core academic subjects. Bring all of the work completed since the last Learning Period Meeting A and be prepared to discuss the curriculum plan for the weeks ahead. If there is not a curriculum plan, you will work with your Teacher to create B one for the next Learning Period. RSVP to your Learning Period Meeting invitation from the Teacher within 48 hours. After 2 attempts to schedule the Learning Period Meeting, the Teacher will schedule a Learning Period Meeting for you to attend. The Journey of Learning Together!

s e CVCS l a g r a r STUDENT’S BODY OF WORK E STUDENT’S BODY OF WORK e i S TK-6th Grade AA Body of Work Review will be done every learning period to gather valuable data on grade level progress as it relates to the state standards. Determining the student's progress will center around the Educational Plan (Standards). The school will be able to utilize this information to report the effectiveness of our academic program to stakeholders, like WASC, authorizers, and our School Board. Each Learning Period, your teacher will assign specific lessons, assignments, and activities your student will complete for the Learning Period. At your monthly Learning Period meetings, families will have the opportunity to share all the exciting learning that occurred during the month. Teachers will diligently review the assignments and activities completed by your child to ensure they are actively engaged in learning and making strides towards mastering educational standards. This review process allows us to match your child's achievements to their personalized Educational Plan and reflect on the student’s progress and growth. By reviewing these together, we gain valuable insight into your child's learning journey and can assess their mastery of educational standards. The review of the body of work and information shared by your child and you during Learning Period meetings is instrumental as your Teacher determines if your child is receiving the necessary support and resources to thrive academically. Mastery can be verified through a combination of the following: Standards Mastery Star 360 Monthly meetings: Work Samples (1 per subject should be reviewed), Photos, Conversations/Discussions, etc. Unit Reviews; Unit Assessments Written Evaluations; Oral Evaluations or Presentations Thematic projects Online program course evaluations (i.e. Time for Learning, etc.) Quizzes Math and Reading Diagnostic Assessments If you have any questions or need support, please contact your teacher

Curriculum FAQ Curriculum FAQ Developing a rigorous and engaging curriculum is a critical aspect of K-6 education. A well-designed curriculum sets the stage for meaningful learning experiences, fosters student growth, and prepares them for future challenges. 1.How do I pick a curriculum? Before selecting a curriculum, please take some time to reflect on the following questions and work with your teacher to select the curriculum that is the right fit for your student. What will your learning day/week look like? Who will be providing the instruction to the student? Do you need a daily lesson plan and a weekly pacing guide? Does the student want online or paper? Does your student do better in a live class or does your student do better in a self-paced class? What type of learner is your student? Kinesthetic, Auditory, or Visual? Which subject does your student need more help and might benefit from teacher-led instruction? “The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice.” - Brian Herbert

Curriculum FAQ... Continued Curriculum FAQ... Continued 2. What aspects make a strong curriculum? Aligned to State Standards: The curriculum should be aligned with CA educational standards. This ensures that students are learning the essential content and skills required for their grade level or course. Clearly defined and measurable learning objectives: These objectives help both educators and students understand the intended outcomes of the curriculum. Objectives should be SMART: specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound. Sequencing and Progression: Content should be organized in a logical sequence, building on previous knowledge and skills. A strong curriculum ensures a progression of difficulty and complexity, allowing students to gradually advance their understanding and abilities. Engaging Instructional Strategies: The curriculum should suggest or incorporate a variety of research-based instructional strategies that cater to different learning styles. This includes hands-on activities, group work, technology integration, and other methods that keep students engaged and active in their learning. Robust Learning Activities: A curriculum that connects learning to real-world scenarios and applications makes the content more meaningful and engaging for students. It helps them see the practical implications of what they are learning while also giving opportunities to practice important skills and demonstrate the mastery of standards and concepts learned. Assessment and Feedback: Assessment tools should be aligned with learning objectives, providing educators with a way to measure student progress. The curriculum should also include mechanisms for giving constructive feedback to help students understand their strengths and areas for improvement. 3. My Educational Philosophy is different than a traditional public school? Can I still school with your charter? Absolutely! Regardless of educational philosophies, we can support you and your student to grow and love learning. By partnering together, we can set goals, monitor student learning and progress, and focus on mastering the California State Standards. Your teacher will use their experience and training along with our school’s curricular and instructional resources to create a standard-based curriculum plan that will ensure your student learns and masters the skills needed to be successful in today’s ever-changing world. 4. What curriculum choices do you recommend and why? There are several curriculum options that are our curriculum department’s favorites. When implemented with fidelity, these curricula are comprehensive in nature and provide a robust and meaningful experience so learners can progress and master grade-level standards. The curriculum incorporates a variety of pedagogically sound practices while also providing students with meaningful learning experiences that develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Curriculum Recommendations

Curriculum FAQ... Continued Curriculum FAQ... Continued 5. What do I do if I select a curriculum and I do not like it? Can I switch? YES! If a curriculum isn’t working for your student, it is important that we determine why the curriculum isn’t working and look for a new curriculum that is a better fit for your student. However, this change must be done in consultation with your teacher. Students changing curriculum will continue with their curriculum until the new curriculum arrives or a new curriculum plan is put in place by the teacher, generally at the start of a new Learning Period. 6. How can I learn more about the various curricula on your short list? During the months of April through August, our Curriculum and Instruction Team will be hosting weekly office hours that are available to parents and teachers. We encourage parents and teachers to come together during these office hours to learn about our recommendations and ask questions in real-time. Additionally, parents can attend weekly office hours with our Curriculum and Instruction leaders or stop by the Looking Library, located in the Lending Library, to view curriculum options. C&I Office Hours 7. Is a pacing guide required since my student likes to go at her/his own pace? While a learning plan is always dynamic in order to meet the needs of the learner, it is important students have a weekly learning schedule that provides daily learning opportunities on standards and skills for each student. Students should be making steady progress through the curriculum and standards in order to master the grade-level standards by the end of the school year. This will require adjustments to a student's learning plan should a student need more support on a particular subject. Your teacher will be able to help create adjustments to the schedule, however, daily consistent work must still be completed to ensure student growth occurs. “Independent learning encourages children to take responsibility for their own learning and become self-directed learners.” - Sir Ken Robinson

Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Program Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Program Welcome to our TK program! We are absolutely thrilled to embark on this educational journey with you and your TK students this school year. Our primary aim is to partner with you in ensuring your student's successful transition into school life. Our overarching goal is to nurture not only essential academic skills but also to foster social and emotional growth in your child. We believe that a holistic approach to education, one that encompasses both academic and personal development, is key to a fulfilling learning experience. With our personalized 1:1 support from our dedicated teachers, we are committed to tailoring an educational plan specifically designed to meet your child's academic needs. Together, we will set important grade-level goals and milestones, providing the necessary support and guidance along the way. For a detailed overview of our Transitional Kindergarten (TK) program, please take a moment to read through our Transitional Kindergarten Newsletter. Inside, you will find comprehensive explanations of our two distinctive TK programs: TK Academy and TK General. Whether you're interested in the fully funded TK Academy or the partially funded TK General, this newsletter will provide you with insights into curriculum options and what to expect in our TK program. We believe it is a valuable resource to help you make informed decisions about your child's educational journey. Above all, we aspire for your TK student to develop a genuine love for learning, one that will stay with them throughout their educational journey and beyond. Once again, welcome to our TK program. We're excited to embark on this journey together! THE JOURNEY OF LEARNING TOGETHER THE JOURNEY OF LEARNING TOGETHER

s e CVCS l a g r a r SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES E SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES e i S TK-6th Grade Students in grades TK-6 will continue to be able to study standards outside of their grade-level standards in the area of Science and Social Studies. However, to serve our students well we will be slightly changing the requirements to ensure all our students are meeting grade-level expectations. Our goal is to partner with you to provide students with an educational plan that ensures they are working on grade-level standards within these subject areas while also allowing students the flexibility and autonomy to study a variety of educational topics that they are interested in learning. Beginning for the 2024-2025 school year, we will use grade-level course outlines for any student who is not using a complete curriculum for Science and Social Studies. This will primarily apply to students who choose to complete science and social studies using the Expedition Pathway and/or are participating in co-ops or completing unit studies. Students will be able to pick a new topic to study each Learning Period and then select from a menu of learning activities to complete to demonstrate depth of knowledge on the topic. These learning activities will represent the body of work that is to be reviewed by your teacher each Learning Period. These grade-level course outlines will ensure students are engaging in robust, grade-level appropriate learning while also providing them with an avenue to explore and study areas of interest. We believe that by maintaining a high standard of academic excellence for our students and allowing them the ability to pursue areas that interest them they will have meaningful learning experiences that will increase student achievement and grow them into independent learners. Science Course Outline Social Studies Course Outline

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s e CVCS l a g r a r CURRICULUM PATHWAYS E CURRICULUM PATHWAYS e i S TK-6th Grade The Journey of Learning... FOCUSING ON INDIVIDUALIZATION & ENGAGEMENT As we lead students on their educational journey, our charter school offers several paths to ensure the individual learning needs of each student are met. These four different paths provide different levels of support while requiring different levels of accountability and record-keeping from the Learning Coach/parent/guardian to ensure all the learning needs of the student are met. The curricular pathway options are listed in order from the most structured options requiring the least planning and record keeping to the most teacher- supported option requiring the most record keeping, documentation, and communication with your Teacher. You can learn more about each curriculum by reviewing our recommended short list of curricula HERE. If you have additional questions, feel free to reach out to your assigned Teacher, and they will be happy to assist you in selecting a curriculum that is a good fit for your student. Happy Trails! Four Curriculum Paths Four Curriculum Paths The Scholar's Path LLeeaarrnniinngg CCooaacchh CCuurrrriiccuulluumm TTeeaacchheerr LLeedd LLeeaarrnniinngg CCooaacchh RReeccoorrdd KKeeeeppiinngg 100% Pre-selected YES - Live Minimal - Stay Ensures student & planned out classes, video involved & aware attends & day by day lessons, & completes/submits assignments work + Helps if needed Curriculum in this category is our highest level of supported curriculum. These classes are fully Teacher-led and standards-aligned. The Teacher provides the student with direct instruction (either live or through video recording), paces out the assignments, and completes the grading. The Learning Coach makes sure that the students attend class, completes assigned work, and assists students in submitting assignments by their due dates. LANGUAGE ARTS, MATH, SCIENCE, & SOCIAL STUDIES ESVA (virtual live-Teacher-led classes) Lincoln Learning (online computer-based lessons) Bright Thinker (online computer-based lessons) CENTRAL VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOLS: YOSEMITE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL & MONARCH RIVER ACADEMY

The Discovery Voyage LLeeaarrnniinngg CCooaacchh CCuurrrriiccuulluumm TTeeaacchheerr LLeedd LLeeaarrnniinngg CCooaacchh RReeccoorrdd KKeeeeppiinngg Paced out with a NO - Teacher assigns Provides the student Tracks lesson completion daily plan that is work & reviews it with daily instruction & according to the pacing followed & during each Learning feedback grading & guide and provides completed weekly Period correcting assignments work samples for the teacher to submit Curriculum in this category is standards-aligned with the direct instruction being given by the Learning Coach. The Learning Coach is responsible for providing the student with lesson instruction and feedback regarding student performance on assignments while the Teacher supports by helping create a pacing guide for the student to follow. The Teacher will use the pacing guide to assign work each Learning Period. The assignments given will be the body of work that will be reviewed by the Teacher each Learning Period. The Learning Coach is responsible for providing the student with lesson instruction and feedback regarding student performance on assignments. LANGUAGE ARTS MATH SOCIAL STUDIES Moving Beyond the Page Moving Beyond the Page Moving Beyond the McGraw Hill Math BookShark ELA Page Bright Thinker Math Lightning Literature BookShark Social paper McGraw Hill ELA Studies McRuffy Math Bright Thinker ELA paper McGraw Hill Social Singapore/Dimension McRuffy ELA Studies Math Oak Meadow ELA Bright Thinker Social Right Start Math IEW (reading and writing ) Studies paper Saxon Math Memoria Press Charter Studies Weekly Social DreamBox Math School Studies Math Mammoth Oak Meadow Social Beast Academy Math Literacy Studies Art of Problem-Solving Blackbird Literature Story of the World Khan Academy Achieve3000- Non Fiction Curiosity Chronicles CTC Math History Odyssey Touch Math (K-2) Writing Beautiful Feet Bravewriter Write Shop IEW SCIENCE Essentials in Writing Foundational Reading Moving Beyond the Page All About Reading BookShark Science Nessy McGraw Hill Science Smarty Ants Bright Thinker Science paper Explode the Code McRuffy Science ABeCeDarian Company Generation Genius Logic of English Mystery Science Studies Weekly Science Oak Meadow Science CENTRAL VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOLS: YOSEMITE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL & MONARCH RIVER ACADEMY

The Academic Odyssey LLeeaarrnniinngg CCooaacchh CCuurrrriiccuulluumm TTeeaacchheerr LLeedd LLeeaarrnniinngg CCooaacchh RReeccoorrdd KKeeeeppiinngg Paced out with a NO-the teacher will Provides the Tracks lesson daily plan that is assign the work and student with daily completion followed and review it during each instruction and according to the completed weekly Learning Period. The feedback grading pacing guide and teacher will also add and correcting provides work supplemental assignments samples for the assignments as teacher to submit needed Curriculum in this category may not fully align with the state standards and requires a high level of Teacher support to identify missing standards. Your Teacher will help pace out the curriculum, assign the work each Learning Period, and will incorporate supplemental material into the learning plan to meet the grade-level standards. The Learning Coach is responsible for providing the student with lesson instruction and feedback regarding student performance on assignments. The assignments given will be the Body of Work that will be reviewed by the Teacher each Learning Period. LANGUAGE ARTS MATH SOCIAL STUDIES SCIENCE IXL Math-U-See Achieve 3000 Achieve 3000 Word ladders Teaching Brain Pop Brain Pop Building Writers Textbooks IXL IXL Beyond the Code IXL Acellus California out of Acellus Acellus Relaxed the Box Relaxed Homeschool Shiller Math Homeschool Beautiful Feet Miacademy Relaxed Miacademy Acellus Homeschool Relaxed Miacademy Homeschool Miacademy s CVCS e l a g r a r E e i S The Journey of Learning Together CENTRAL VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOLS: YOSEMITE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL & MONARCH RIVER ACADEMY

The Expedition LLeeaarrnniinngg CCooaacchh CCuurrrriiccuulluumm TTeeaacchheerr LLeedd LLeeaarrnniinngg CCooaacchh RReeccoorrdd KKeeeeppiinngg Requires a written NO - Teacher will review Provides the student Tracks lesson monthly plan the monthly learning with daily instruction completion according identifying the plan to ensure an & feedback on to the monthly plan & standards & appropriate amount of learning activities & provides assignments, learning activities standards along with communicates with & pictures, & other covered daily by learning activities & receives input from evidence to the the student assignments are the Teacher Teacher to be reviewed throughout the planned for the frequently and submitted as work Learning Period Learning Period & add samples during each supplemental Learning Period assignments as needed meeting While still a viable option, this curricular path is rarely chosen by our families due to the lack of structure and the level of planning and record-keeping required by the parent and the Teacher. This path requires the most daily and monthly planning time. A monthly plan will need to be created in advance, daily logs/records kept, and more evidence of work submitted at the end of each Learning Period (LP). Choosing this learning path means choosing to work on grade-level standards through assorted means rather than working through a particular curriculum. The curricula listed in this category are not comprehensive curricula and are primarily considered supplemental or enrichment. While these supplements and learning activities can be incorporated into a student’s individualized Learning Plan, they do require a great deal of oversight from the Teacher and Learning Coach to ensure grade-level standards are being met. If you choose to work on individual standards as your child’s curriculum plan, you will work with the Teacher to create a plan for each Learning Period that identifies the learning activities being used to meet the assigned standards. To best support families who select this path, the Teacher will assign a set of standards to complete using our school Ed Plans for each LP. The Teacher will then work with the Learning Coach to plan out the learning activities that will be completed during the LP. These activities may include some of the supplemental learning materials or enrichment activities on this document but are not subject to only those listed below. The Learning Coach will then support the student in mastering the standards by completing the assigned learning activities and turning in the completed work, activities logs, and evidence of learning to the Teacher for each Learning Period. If the parent would like, they can create a plan to review with their Teacher before each Learning Period meeting. While not required, using a template to create their own plan to review with the Teacher is recommended for families who choose this unique and rare learning path. The use of a template such as this one HERE may be helpful. The Teacher will then work with the parent to solidify the Learning Plan for the student by assigning the standards to be completed along with the learning activities, assignments, and experiences the parent has chosen to support the completion of those standards. Here is a folder that has some additional learning plan templates that might be useful: Learning Period Planning Templates LANGUAGE ARTS MATH SOCIAL STUDIES SCIENCE ELA Course Outlines Math Course Teachers Pay Teachers Pay (targeted standards- Outlines (targeted Teachers Teachers based learning) standards-based Co-Ops Unit Studies Teachers Pay Teachers learning) Unit Studies Science Projects Novel Study/Socratic Teachers Pay Research Report Science Labs Discussion Teachers PowerPoint Science Field Trips Co-Ops Co-Ops Presentations Co-Ops Sequoia Learning Sequoia Learning Sequoia Learning Sequoia Learning Community Community Community Community Heart Academy Heart Academy Heart Academy Heart Academy Supplemental Supplemental Supplemental Supplemental Workbooks (180 Days, Workbooks (180 Workbooks (180 Workbooks (180 Evan Moor, & Days, Evan Moor, & Days, Evan Moor, & Days, Evan Moor, Spectrum, etc.) Spectrum, etc.) Spectrum, etc.) & Spectrum, etc.) CENTRAL VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOLS: YOSEMITE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL & MONARCH RIVER ACADEMY

RECOMMENDED CURRICULUM RECOMMENDED CURRICULUM TK-6th Grade Learning with the Right Tools... SO MANY OPTIONS This is “The SHORT List” of our highly recommended curriculum options for our students. Your teacher has access to a more extensive list that they can review with you if you need alternate recommendations. Any of these curriculum choices will be approved by a teacher or other school staff member when ordered in the OS. Curriculum ordered in the Curriculum Ordering System (COS) must be placed by the teacher.

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Full Curriculum for all 4 Subjects (ELA includes phonics, reading comprehension, and writing) These curriculum options are ordered by the teacher in the COS Grades K-6 WEBSITE: Bright Thinker Ordered by your teacher in the COS Easily navigated units ORDERING: Cannot be All subjects available ordered on website. K-2 ELA contains 3 categories: Instead, order through the Reading/Phonics/Penmanship & Grammar school. Each subject can be ordered separately Excellent for all learners (including HIGHLIGHTS: Traditional, struggling and accelerated students) Watch more Visual, Top Unit based, easily “chunked” learning HERE & HERE teacher/parent Online has learning accommodations choice, online or print imbedded if needed options $280 for 1-6 subjects Grades TK-6 WEBSITE: ESVA Ordered by your teacher in the COS Taught by Central Valley Charter School ELEMENTARY SCHOOL VIRTUAL ACADEMY HIGHLIGHTS: Traditional Credentialed teachers classroom, Teacher led All subjects available: ELA, Math, Science instruction, visual, and Social Studies auditory, & kinesthetic Elective classes coming soon learners Excellent for all learners (including Virtual Academy struggling and accelerated students) Classes Each subject can be ordered separately (Math, Language Live 50 minute classes 2-3 days a week Arts, Social Asynchronous lesson all other days of Studies the week & Science) Homework Club offered two days Student uploads assignments and teacher grades and provides feedback Read Parent $250 per class per semester reviews All four core subjects receive a bundle price of $750 HERE Grades K-6 VIDEOS: Ordered by your teacher in the COS Easily navigated units K-2 Video All subjects available Grade 3-5 Video Each math lesson contains a video. ELA has all components integrated into one course Grades 6 Video Each subject can be ordered separately Excellent for all learners (including HIGHLIGHTS: Traditional, struggling and accelerated students) Visual, Top teacher/parent Daily lesson to-do List choice, online with printables Online has learning accommodations or accompanying workbook to imbedded if needed order $400 for all subjects Grades K-6 Ordered by your teacher in the COS Standards aligned HIGHLIGHTS: Parent Led All subjects available Traditional Textbook Learning coach led Digital format or textbook format with digital teacher edition $300 per subject (includes student and teacher edition) Each subject can be ordered separately

Learning Coach Led - Full Curriculum for all 4 Subjects ELA includes Phonics, Reading Comprehension, & Writing Grades TK-6 WEBSITE: Bookshark Ordered by the parent in the OS For advanced readers HIGHLIGHTS: Visual, Auditory, Literature-based Kinesthetic, Eclectic, Traditional We do not recommend Math-U-See, which is one of Bookshark’s offerings Read Parent (see Math section below for better reviews options) HERE Grades K-5 WEBSITE: McRuffy Ordered by the parent in the OS Need to add some literature books Like traditional school, but designed HIGHLIGHTS: Visual, Auditory, for schooling at home Kinesthetic, Eclectic, Traditional Does not include Social Studies (contains: ELA, Math, Science) Grades TK-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Moving Beyond the Page No math after 5th grade Literature-based HIGHLIGHTS: Visual, Auditory, Recommended for accelerated Read the reviews Kinesthetic, Classical, Eclectic, students HERE Unit Study, Waldorf RESOURCE: MBTP Parent Guide

CVCS s e l a g r a r RECOMMENDED CURRICULUM E RECOMMENDED CURRICULUM e i S TK-6th Grade Reading Curriculum (Phonics Only) for TK-3rd Grade Need to Add in Writing & Literature HIGHLIGHTS: Visual, ALL ABOUT READING: Auditory, Kinesthetic, Uses Orton Gillingham K to fluency (can be used for older approach for Dyslexia readers needing to develop fluency) Ordered by the parent in the OS Read the review HERE RESOURCE: Parent Information Guide for All About Reading K-6 grades HIGHLIGHTS: Visual, Ordered by the parent in the OS Auditory, Kinesthetic, Parent-led Charlotte Mason, Structured program Eclectic Read the review Interactive workbook for tablet or HERE downloadable material to print Pre K to Grade 4 Phonics Program HIGHLIGHTS: Visual, Ordered by the parent in the OS Auditory, Kinesthetic Workbook series Parent-led Read the review HERE Ages 4-7 (TK-1) HIGHLIGHTS: Multi- Ordered by the parent in the OS sensory program - Workbooks A-D - Correlates with the Common Read the review Core Standards HERE

CVCS s e l a g r a r RECOMMENDED CURRICULUM E RECOMMENDED CURRICULUM e i S TK-6th Grade Language Arts Full Curriculum WEBSITE: IEW Grades TK-6 Ordered by the parent in the OS Purchase both the reading and the HIGHLIGHTS: writing package Visual & Auditory, TK-2 package includes All About Charlotte Mason, Reading Classical, Kinesthetic, Top choice for writing and grammar Read the review Uses Orton Gillingham instruction HERE approach for dyslexia If chosen for full curriculum, please purchase the novels listed in the table contents for reading comprehension RESOURCE: IEW Parent Information K-6 grades WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Lightning Literature Textbook and "Living Books" based Parent/Learning Coach intensive HIGHLIGHTS: Visual, Top choice for grades 3-6 Read the review Auditory, Eclectic HERE THE JOURNEY OF LEARNING TOGETHER THE JOURNEY OF LEARNING TOGETHER

CVCS s e l a g r a r RECOMMENDED CURRICULUM E RECOMMENDED CURRICULUM e i S TK-6th Grade Writing Curriculum Grades K-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Brave Writer Parent led/textbook Uses a gentle approach to writing HIGHLIGHTS: Read the review Charlotte Mason, HERE eclectic Grades 1-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS EIW Video lessons presented through streaming or DVDs HIGHLIGHTS: Focus is primarily on writing skills not Read the review Visual & Auditory, grammar HERE Charlotte Mason, classical Grades K-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Institute For K-2 kits include All About Reading Excellence DVD lessons in Writing Solid writing program for all grades that meets grade-level standards HIGHLIGHTS: Visual & Auditory, Read the review Charlotte Mason, HERE classical Grades K-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS WriteShop Parent-led Step-by-step approach with lessons HIGHLIGHTS: by lesson skill progression Traditional Manageable writing lessons and assignments. Read the review HERE CENTRAL VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOLS: YOSEMITE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL & MONARCH RIVER ACADEMY

Math Full Curriculum Grades 1-5 then switches to Art of WEBSITE: Problem Solving for 6th grade and up Beast Academy Ordered by the parent in the OS Paper (comic book style) and Online HIGHLIGHTS: Visual & Math Program Kinesthetic Comprehensive and challenging Read the review math curricula that aligns with HERE common core standards but spends more time teaching reasoning and problem solving skills Grades TK-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Dimensions Singapore Video Teach Available for 1-6 grade Math TK-5 “Think, Learn, Do” model Dimensions Singapore Rigorous and comprehensive Math 6-8 Trusted homeschool curriculum Read the review HIGHLIGHTS: HERE Visual, Kinesthetic, Interactive Grades K-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Dreambox Learning Online Math program HIGHLIGHTS: Teaches conceptually Visual & Kinesthetic Read the review Uses online games, manipulatives, HERE and learning tools RESOURCE: May work well with students with Dreambox Learning dyscalculia Parent Guide Grades 1-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Math Mammoth Light Blue series with helpful video series Mastery-oriented, and focuses on HIGHLIGHTS: Read the review conceptual understanding Visual HERE Mental math and number sense are emphasized Curriculum is nearly self-teaching & requires little teacher prep Grades K-6 (levels A-H) WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Right Start Math De-emphasizes counting, uses abacus and pictures to visualize HIGHLIGHTS: concepts Highly Interactive, Uses learning games & music Hands-on Breaks lessons up into smaller chunks Read the review Scripted: teaching intensive HERE WEBSITE: Grades K-6 Saxon Math Ordered by the parent in the OS 8th grade pre-algebra is simplified HIGHLIGHTS: and will need to be supplemented Visual & Kinesthetic Use with CD-Rom or Nicole the Read the review Math Lady subscription HERE RESOURCE: Parent Spiraled instruction Resource Saxon Math

Social Studies Full Curriculum See Full Curriculum Section for more details...... BRIGHT THINKER BOOKSHARK MOVING BEYOND THE PAGE (3-6) OAK MEADOW (5-6) MCGRAW HILL Grades 1-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Curiosity Chronicles A 3-year cycle of learning world history Ancient History (gr. 1-3) HIGHLIGHTS: Medieval History (gr. 2-5) Visual, Auditory, Read the review Early Modern History (gr. 3-6) Kinesthetic HERE Grades 1-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS History Odyssey A 4-year cycle of learning world history HIGHLIGHTS: Has 3 levels: Visual & Auditory Level One (gr. 1-4) Level Two (gr. 5-8) Level Three (gr. 9-12) For each level, there are 4-year-long Read the review programs: Ancients, Middle Ages, HERE Early Modern, & Modern Times Grades 3-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Story of the World Family Style learning in a 4-year Cycle with two levels HIGHLIGHTS: A 4-year cycle of learning world Visual and Auditory, history Kinesthetic ideas For each level, there are 4-year-long included in teacher Read the review programs: Ancients, Middle Ages, text HERE Early Modern, & Modern Times Grades K-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Studies Weekly Online or Online & Print Based social studies content per grade level (CA state standards) HIGHLIGHTS: Easy for parents to use and Visual & Auditory incorporate (online version reads Online portion provides many to/with student) extension activities & supports: Read the review Leveled readers to print out, living HERE history experiences, virtual field RESOURCE: Parent trips, and additional questions to Information Guide: check for understanding Studies Weekly Content and leveled readers are available in Spanish. Option to go light one week and dig deep on a different week

Science Full Curriculum See Full Curriculum Section for more details...... BRIGHT THINKER BOOKSHARK MOVING BEYOND THE PAGE (3-6) OAK MEADOW (5-6) MCGRAW HILL MCRUFFY (K-3) Grades K-6 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS as Generation Genius an OSP a la carte option Cost is $15 for the year subscription Online/video-based. HIGHLIGHTS: Fun, well-produced educational Visual, Auditory, Read the review videos paired with lesson plans, Kinesthetic HERE activities, quizzes, reading material, discussion questions, and more. Grades K-5 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Mystery Science Subscription Videos, worksheets, and experiments HIGHLIGHTS: Read the review Easy for teachers/Learning Coaches Visual, Auditory, HERE to implement Kinesthetic Grades K-5 WEBSITE: Ordered by the parent in the OS Studies Weekly A weekly newspaper that covers science topics HIGHLIGHTS: Simple experiment ideas Visual Read the review HERE RESOURCE: Parent Information Guide: Studies Weekly

CVCS s e l a g r a r RECOMMENDED CURRICULUM E RECOMMENDED CURRICULUM e i S TK-6th Grade Online Curriculum Please see the Online Subscription Package (OSP) Newsletter No Planning Amount cost to TK-8 graders) Smarty Ants (K-2 grades) Achieve 3000 (3-8 grades) Dreambox Math (K-8 grades) For High School: (Free to all 9-12 graders) Grammarly Gizmos Adobe Creative Cloud “What we learn becomes a part of who we are.” - Anonymous CENTRAL VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOLS: YOSEMITE VALLEY CHARTER SCHOOL & MONARCH RIVER ACADEMY

Mission Mission The mission of Yosemite Valley Charter School and Monarch River Academy is to increase student academic success in an independent study program through mastery of California standards by building strong partnerships between parents, teachers, and the community that focus on the development of a personalized, rigorous educational plan and integrated measurements of student achievement. Vision Vision Yosemite Valley Charter School and Monarchar River Academy will foster wholistic education through rigorous academics; social-emotional growth; and collaborative community so our students become innovative, analytical, and responsible leaders.

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