OUR ACADEMICS
Our unique curriculum aims to cultivate a love of learning and deep appreciation for nature, community, and the world around us. PHSSA curriculum features:
The integrated curriculum at PHSSA is grounded in the Virginia state SOLs. All subjects - language arts, math, social studies, science, and the arts - are taught through authentic connections.
- hands-on environmental learning and inspiration in our neighboring Forest Hill and James River Parks and in our amazing gardens
- interdisciplinary approach to teaching all subjects
- emphasis on environmental science as a core subject
- integrated classroom academics with art instruction - arts are woven throughout instruction
- sustained learning through progressive year-round calendar and small class sizes
The integrated curriculum at PHSSA is grounded in the Virginia state SOLs. All subjects - language arts, math, social studies, science, and the arts - are taught through authentic connections.
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Environmental Education
is a core element of our integrated science- and arts-based curriculum. All PHSSA students participate in Environmental Education. PHSSA's Environmental Education program is an Education in Land Ethic and Stewardship and focus areas include:
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Click below for more information on each grade level or resource:
Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade Exceptional Education Resources (Art, Environmental Education, Lightbulb Lab, Music, PE) |
Our Gardens play an important role in our integrated curriculum and environmental education, too. Click here to learn more.
