Academic Excellence
The foundation for academic excellence is assuring that classroom instructors are not only qualified, but also talented and motivated individuals. Once the appropriate instructor is in place, it is a matter of providing that instructor with the tools necessary to deliver the academic knowledge and skills to the students. This is done through selection of textbooks, curriculum design, and program enhancements. New Horizon has selected the textbooks created to meet the California State Framework and Standards from well-known publishers from across the country. The following are the standard textbook series and programs used throughout K- 6th Grade:
Language Arts:
- Houghton Mifflin English Series
- Mountain Language
- Wordly Wise Write Source 2000
- Spelling Workbooks
Reading:
- Houghton Mifflin Reading Series
- Accelerated Reading Program
- Accelerated Vocabulary Program
- SRA Specific Skills for Reading Comprehension
- Novel-based Units
Handwriting:
- Zaner Bloser Series
- Handwriting without Tears
Mathematics:
- Scott Foresman California Math Series
- Accelerated Math Program
- Logic, Reasoning, and Word Problem Supplements
Science:
- Scott Foresman Science Series
- FOSS Kits
Social Studies:
- Harcourt Brace California Social Studies Series
Keep in mind that this list is not comprehensive. Instructors will always supplement these textbooks with individually developed lessons, field trips, activities, and external materials. These textbooks and programs are only foundational tools to assist the teacher in delivering curriculum to the students.
