Curriculum

Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI)

Our core math program is Expressions by Houghton Mifflin. In addition, Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI) problem solving is incorporated as our Signature Practice. CGI is an educational philosophy applied to the content area of mathematics. CGI is based on 20+ years of research and centers on mathematical problem solving. The focus is on children’s thinking, and students are asked to explain their reasoning process, share their explanations with the class, and justify their strategies. 

Common Core Standards

The Mission: the Common Core State Standards provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy.
For more information click the following link: http://www.corestandards.org

Reading Language Arts:

Phonemic Awareness- Heggerty

Phonics- Orton Gillingham

Language Arts: Benchmark Advance 2024

Mathematics:

• Houghton Mifflin Harcourt California Math Expressions Common Core (2014)

Science:

• Twig Education Inc. Twig Science (2020)

History-Social Science:

• Savvas myWorld Interactive (2019)

Health:

• Health curriculum was developed by Tustin Unified School District based on the Positive Prevention Plus curriculum which is recommended by the State Board of Education (2017)