Jump’s Dual Language Elementary School Curriculum
At Jump Immersion School, our elementary curriculum builds on the foundations established in kindergarten. It continues the immersive language experience while expanding academic and extracurricular opportunities. Our program is designed to foster bilingual proficiency, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.
1st Grade
1st Grade
In 1st grade, students continue their bilingual journey, focusing on language immersion and foundational skills.
- 70% Immersion in Target Language / 30% English: Maintains strong bilingual development while introducing more English instruction.
- Reporter of the Month: Encourages developing communication skills through journalistic activities.
- Music Program & Simple Percussion Instruments: Introduces students to basic musical concepts and instruments.
2nd Grade
2nd Grade
2nd grade expands on scientific curiosity and language immersion while introducing new musical skills.
- 60% Immersion in Target Language / 40% English: Continues balanced bilingual education with increased English instruction.
- Scientist of the Month: Promotes scientific curiosity and experimentation.
- Music Program: Learn the Recorder: Begin formal music education with the recorder.
3rd Grade
3rd Grade
In 3rd grade, students balance their bilingual education and engage in competitive academic activities.
- 50% Immersion in Target Language / 50% English: Achieves a balanced approach to bilingual education, ensuring fluency in both languages.
- Spelling Bee of the Month: Enhances vocabulary and spelling skills through friendly competition.
- Music Program: Master the Recorder: Builds on recorder skills, aiming for mastery.
4th Grade
4th Grade
4th grade emphasizes civic understanding, geographic knowledge, and advanced musical skills.
- 50% Immersion in Target Language / 50% English: Continues balanced bilingual education.
- Study of the States: Provides a comprehensive understanding of U.S. geography and history.
- Run for Governor of Your State: Encourages civic understanding and leadership skills.
- Music Program: Xylophone and Chorus: Expands musical education to include xylophone practice and choral singing.
5th Grade
5th Grade
In 5th grade, students refine their debate skills, explore ancient civilizations, and expand their musical repertoire.
- 50% Immersion in Target Language / 50% English: Ensures continued bilingual proficiency.
- Debate of the Month: Develop critical thinking and public speaking skills.
- Study of Egypt: Explores ancient civilizations, focusing on Egyptian history and culture.
- Music Program: Ukulele and Chorus: Introduces ukulele playing and continues choral singing to enhance musical abilities.
Mandarin Language Arts
Students are immersed in the language through character recognition, vocabulary expansion, storytelling, and music. Students learn to read and write Mandarin characters, expand their vocabulary through conversations and role-playing, enhance their listening skills with story retellings, and enjoy learning through songs and dances.
Spanish Language Arts
Students develop reading and writing skills in Spanish through guided reading, independent reading, and read-aloud sessions. It focuses on comprehension strategies, fluency, vocabulary enrichment, and integrating reading and writing activities. Students engage with various texts, including literary, informative, and multicultural materials, supported by digital resources like e-books and interactive tools.
English Language Arts
Our program incorporates guided reading, independent study, and read-aloud sessions to improve reading comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, and writing skills. Students explore various literary genres, informational texts, and multicultural literature, enriched by digital resources and ongoing assessments.
Science Dimensions
Science Dimensions fosters scientific understanding and critical thinking through an inquiry-based approach. Key features include:
- Hands-On Investigations: Students conduct practical activities, exploring scientific concepts through experiments and observations.
- Thematic Units: Covering physical sciences, life sciences, earth sciences, and space sciences.
- Scientific Skills Development: Emphasis on the scientific method, critical analysis, problem-solving, and scientific communication.
- Digital Resources: Access to online videos, interactive simulations, and digital activities.
- Assessments: Formative assessments monitor progress, and summative evaluations gauge mastery of scientific concepts.
Social Studies
Students are engaged in exploring historical events, geography, cultures, and civic concepts. Highlights include:
- Engaging Content: Lessons on significant historical events, influential figures, physical and human geography, and cultural traditions.
- Inquiry-Based Learning: Essential questions and hands-on activities that promote critical thinking and connections between historical events and contemporary issues.
- Skill Development: Focus on research skills, critical thinking, and effective communication.
- Digital and Print Resources: Interactive maps, primary source documents, videos, simulations, and traditional textbooks.
- Assessments: Formative tools for ongoing feedback and summative evaluations for measuring understanding.
Mathematics
Our Math Program emphasizes mastery of mathematical concepts through a structured and coherent progression. Key elements include:
- Concrete-Pictorial-Abstract (CPA) Approach: Students use physical objects, visual representations, and abstract symbols to understand and solve problems.
- Problem-Solving Emphasis: Teaching strategies and techniques for solving complex problems, including model drawing and mental math.
- Structured Curriculum: Sequenced learning focusing on deep understanding and cumulative learning of mathematical concepts.
- Digital Resources: Online resources and interactive tools to support learning.
- Assessments: Formative assessments are used to track progress, and summative assessments are used to measure mastery.
Jump Immersion School’s comprehensive curriculum ensures that students excel academically and develop the skills necessary to thrive in a global society. Join us in creating a bright future for your child!