PSD Adopted Curriculum
Laurel teachers follow the rigorous Colorado State Academic Standards to plan and instruct lessons. Our curriculum includes, but is not limited to:
- Math: enVision Mathematics 2.0 - check out PSD's Elementary Math Website
- Literacy: EL Education - check out PSD's Elementary Literacy Website
- Science: Mystery Science - check out PSD's Elementary Science Website
- Social Studies:
- Kindergarten - Community, World, and Traditions
- First Grade - Community, World, and Traditions
- Second Grade - Fort Collins History
- Third Grade - World Communities
- Fourth Grade - Colorado History
- Fifth Grade - U.S. History
- Music: Choral instruction and performances; lessons in recorder, guitar, drumming, mandolin, violin, and piano; exposure to local artists; and field trips to the symphony.
- Art: Basic art skills using a variety of materials and media to produce different visual effects.
- Physical Education: Covers sports rules and skills; nutrition and wellness; movement and dance; sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive attitude.
- Technology/Media: 21st Century Computer skills, keyboarding, and various technology projects including 3D printing, Virtual Reality, and Video Editing
In order to prepare students to meet the needs of the ever-changing world that will await them upon graduation, rigorous coursework is available in a variety of content areas in PSD.
Coursework in PSD not only addresses the standards specific to each subject area, but also looks to find connections between the subject matter. It is delivered through required courses that are diversified to meet individual students' needs, but also through elective classes that can address the varied interests of all participants.