Academic Overview
Leadership
The Rock Creek Elementary Program is under the direction of Principal Marilyn James. All faculty members are fully degreed and certified professionals. Over fifty percent hold a Masters Degree. Average teaching experience for teachers is eleven years. The average class size for grades 1-5 is 20:1. The average class size for Kindergarten is 14:1.
Curriculum
The curriculum presents a traditional academic program taught from a Biblical perspective with special emphasis on reading, writing and math proficiency. This curriculum is based on the philosophy of the school, personalized through the lives of the teachers, and delivered by them to the hearts and minds of the students. Instruction is also provided for all students in Music, Art, Technology, Spanish, Physical Education, and Media Research. The content for each subject is reviewed and updated on a rotating basis to evaluate if necessary concepts are taught effectively. National, state and Biblical standards are considered in the cyclical content review.
Christian Education
Daily Christian education classes and weekly chapel programs are offered to promote a love for the Lord Jesus Christ, wholesome attitudes and mature Christian behavior, as well as a Christian worldview. Service projects are also coordinated throughout the school to set an example of serving.
Achievements
The Stanford Achievement Test is the nation's oldest, and most widely recognized national standardized test. Students in K-5 typically score at or above the 81st percentile of all students taking the test nationally (50th percentile is the national average).
Program Highlights
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A technology program that encourages students to master the use of the computer |
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Fully equipped Media Center that features the Accelerated Reader Program |
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All elementary students participate in six special areas each week consisting of Art, Music, Library, Computer, Spanish and PE. |
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Intramural sports program that allows all students to develop skills and experience in team sports |
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Opportunities for students to participate in a variety of competitions: Science Fairs, Writing Projects, Book Talks, Speech Meets, Art, Music, Spelling Bees, Career Day, and Math Olympics. |
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After School Care provided by the YMCA |
Extracurricular Activities
The intramural sports program offers flag football, tackle football, volleyball and basketball. The programs are for grades 2-5 and plans are to increase the number of sports offerings each year. This program is volunteer led.
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