Academics

• 90 minute reading block each day

• School Literacy Coach, Alexa Rasche, helps both teachers and students to utilize data driven best teaching practices

• Teachers provided professional development and new Science of Reading, research based, curriculum materials

• Title I provides early intervention in Reading and Math for students in K-2

• Small group setting on skills relevant to the student

• Multi-sensory approach to learning to make learning accessible for all students

All students K-2 experience Project Lead the Way. This awesome program gives students hands-on problem solving skills that develop teamwork and creativity. It is a favorite at NDES. For more information visit their website: https://www.pltw.org/our-programs/pltw-launch-curriculum

• Our new Design and Innovation Studio allows students access to 3-D printing, coding, robots, and so much more! 

• All students in K-2 visit the STEM lab every week.

MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) is a 30 minute time each day that allows students to work in small groups to help remediate and accelerate their learning.

• We are excited to have a social worker, Talia Myrick, in our building to help students develop appropriate social emotional skills such as conflict resolution, making positive choices, being a friend, developing leadership skills, and more. 

• LifeSprings also visits on site to meet with their clients, so students can meet for a counseling session without missing school. For more information, please contact the school.