Early Childhood

Curriculum Highlights

Each elementary school student follows a well-rounded personalized learning path and benefits from a variety of enrichment resources to develop their character and intellect. With a low student to teacher ratio, PCA students receive individualized attention as they progress through an increasingly challenging curriculum. Beginning in kindergarten, teachers create a welcoming and enthusiastic environment, grounded in interactive project-based learning, where children can excel in language arts, mathematics, social studies, and STEM. Through our digital differentiation platforms, students are able to progress at their own pace. As students advance in grade level, they are introduced to computer science, robotics, debate, visual & performing arts, physical education, and student government.

PCA students enjoy STEAM learning, they are inspired to connect with the world around them as teachers develop themes exploring science, nature, people, and places.  Students use music, dance, dramatic play, and art to express their responses to unit themes.

Children are introduced to biblical values and principles in an age-appropriate format.  Mission and intergenerational service projects help students put theory into practice. Students are encouraged to commit Bible verses to memory and display Christian character traits.

Reading and writing are everyday activities.  Our print-rich environment is designed to stimulate curiosity in writing and reading.  Students use spelling, phonics, graphic drawing, and picture creation as they engage in written expression.  Children discover that reading is fun as they use big books as well as standard-sized versions in their journey to gain competence in literacy!

PCA welcomes parent involvement in the educational process.  Parents have opportunities to assist with learning centers, language arts and reading activities, and special events!  We believe that parent participation adds excitement and enrichment to the learning process!

Curriculum Overview

PCA classrooms are lively, wonderful places where children grow and develop!  The atmosphere is deliberately peaceful, loving, and kind, allowing gifted teachers to teach and inquisitive students to learn.  Natural integration of biblical principles is fundamental. Classrooms reflect cultural diversity and sensitivity to varying learning styles.  PCA teachers, recognizing that each child is uniquely created, draw on their own giftedness to foster a fun, loving environment where students are treasured, and individual student needs are met.

• Lively classrooms
• Peaceful, loving, and kind environment
• Natural integration of Bible principles and values
• Cultural diversity
• Sensitivity to varying learning styles
• STEAM learning
• Service projects
• Reading and writing
• Print-rich environment
• Parent involvement

Intellectual Growth

• Technological learning
• iPad usage
• Computer class
• Problem-solving instruction
• Math manipulatives
• Learning centers
• Hands-on learning
• Language arts
• Concepts of print
• Reading skills
• Journaling
• Creative writing
• Reading and writing workshop
• Literature
• Library class
• Spanish class

Physical Growth

• Physical education class
• Outdoor fenced-in playground
• Movement education
• Action songs and games
• Parachute activities
• Song and dance
• Health, safety, and hygiene
• Fine/gross motor activities

Creative Growth

• Music class
• Performing arts class
• Onstage performances
• Art class
• Art appreciation
• Drawing and painting
• Show and Share
• Role-playing and drama
• Block play
• Craft projects
• Puppetry

Spiritual Growth

• Classroom prayer
• Bible memorization
• Christian character building
• Fruits of the Spirit theme
• Mission service projects
• Chapels

And More …

• Developmental teaching
• Focus on organizational skills
• Learning assessments
• Parent-teacher conferences
• Book Buddies
• Study tours
• Assemblies
• Special event days