Curriculum
Wilmot Embraces Expeditionary Learning (EL Education)
The EL Education model, formerly called Expeditionary Learning, grew out of a partnership between Harvard Graduate School of Education and Outward Bound, USA. The aim is to attain high academic achievement through active learning, character growth, and teamwork.
Overview of EL Education
Learning is active
- Students are scientists, urban planners, historians and activists.
- They investigate real community problems and collaborate with peers to develop creative, actionable solutions.
Learning is challenging
- Students at all levels are pushed and supported to do more than they think they can.
- Excellence is expected in the quality of their work and their thinking.
Learning is meaningful
- Students apply their skills and knowledge to real-world issues and make positive change in their communities.
- They see the relevance of their learning and are motivated by understanding that learning has purpose.
Learning is public
- Through formal structures of presentation, exhibition, critique and data analysis, students and teachers build a shared vision of pathways to achievement.
Learning is collaborative
- School leaders, teachers, students and families share rigorous expectations for quality work, achievement and behavior.
- Trust, respect, responsibility, and joy in learning permeate the school culture.
Learning is public
- Through formal structures of presentation, exhibition, critique and data analysis, students and teachers build a shared vision of pathways to achievement.
Learning is collaborative
- School leaders, teachers, students and families share rigorous expectations for quality work, achievement and behavior.
- Trust, respect, responsibility, and joy in learning permeate the school culture.
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Literacy at Wilmot
Foundational Skills
Heggerty - Phonemic Awareness
Orton Gillingham - Phonics Instruction
Core Literacy
EL Education
EdReports CDE Approved Resources
Math at Wilmot
Illustrative Math
IM K–12 Math is a problem-based core curriculum designed to address content and practice standards to foster learning for all. Students learn by doing math, solving problems in mathematical and real-world contexts, and constructing arguments using precise language.
Curriculum in Jeffco
Jeffco Public Schools’ curriculum and academic programs provide a quality education that prepares students for a successful future.
The hope is that transparency in curriculum resources will build community understanding of the high expectations of the Colorado Academic Standards, which Jeffco students are expected to meet, as outlined in the units of study for each content area.
Jeffco curriculum will be updated as the Colorado Department of Education reviews and approves state standards.
Preschool Curriculum
Preschool in Jeffco focuses on the whole child, including social-emotional development as well as content knowledge. Programs ensure families and young learners feel part of a warm, supportive and inclusive community.
Kindergarten Curriculum
The kindergarten curriculum provides early learners with the foundational skills needed for future success.
First-Grade Curriculum
Jeffco’s first-grade curriculum provides standards-aligned core content in literacy, math, science and social studies.
Second-Grade Curriculum
The second-grade curriculum ensures younger students are prepared to achieve in third grade and beyond.
Third-Grade Curriculum
The third-grade curriculum in Jeffco builds on earlier learning so students are ready for success in the higher elementary grades.
Fourth-Grade Curriculum
The fourth-grade curriculum outlines the content students are expected to learn as they progress toward fifth grade.
Fifth-Grade Curriculum
Jeffco’s fifth-grade curriculum ensures students have the knowledge and skills to succeed in middle school.
Social Emotional Learning Curriculum
