Our proven approach to whole-child education.
Integrating Enrichment
Description
Mapping age-appropriate opportunities in arts, athletics, and real-world adventures to enhance creativity, physical well-being, and personal growth.
Outcomes
Graduates who are multifaceted men and women with a deep appreciation for the arts, physical fitness, and real-world experiences, prepared to excel in all areas of life.
Preschool
Approaches
Introduce foundational arts through drawing, painting, and music to encourage self-expression and creativity; engage in simple physical activities such as tag and introductory ball skills; explore a variety of musical genres through active listening and movement.
Experiences
Introduce performance and creative expression through class musicals, sing-alongs, and movement-based activities; explore imaginative play through themed events such as Field Day, Fairy Tale Day, and dress-up days.
Enrichment Opportunities
Introduce special art and music sessions where students explore rhythm instruments and interactive crafts; engage in outdoor exploratory activities such as nature trails and playground adventures; participate in youth sports, cheerleading, or drama enrichment after school.
Outcomes
Children develop an initial appreciation and foundational skills in arts and physical activities, fostering curiosity and joy.
Kindergarten
Approaches
Explore structured arts education, incorporating music, painting, and crafts with studies of famous composers and artists; provide organized physical activities that develop motor skills and teamwork; take nature walks and field trips to extend learning beyond the classroom.
Experiences
Explore themed art projects, nature boxes, and performances such as Christmas and spring musicals; engage in field days and creative movement exercises that encourage physical coordination and artistic expression.
Enrichment Opportunities
Explore cultural themes through drama, art, and storytelling; participate in beginner-level team activities that emphasize cooperation, such as youth sports groups, fostering teamwork and foundational athletic skills.
Outcomes
Students enhance their creative and physical skills and gain exposure to a variety of artistic and athletic disciplines.
Elementary (1-4)
Approaches
Incorporate regular art and music classes with opportunities for personal exploration and skill development; integrate art and music into history, geography, and science lessons to enhance cross-disciplinary learning; provide physical education programs that promote teamwork, motor coordination, and lifelong fitness habits.
Experiences
Engage in school-wide events like art exhibitions and music concerts; participate in special projects such as Knight’s Gap, the Christmas Tree Lighting, International Festival, and Winterfest, fostering school spirit and cultural appreciation.
Enrichment Opportunities
Engage in extracurricular clubs, such as theater or science exploration; attend field trips and workshops that integrate arts and athletics; join youth sports opportunities while building school spirit by cheering for teams and previewing drama and musical events alongside older students.
Outcomes
Students develop a stronger sense of personal artistic and athletic interests while learning teamwork and persistence.
Middle School (5-8)
Approaches
Expand arts education to include advanced opportunities in creative writing, drama, digital arts, and instrumental music; strengthen athletic skills and teamwork through structured sports programs, fostering discipline and leadership.
Experiences
Expand artistic and athletic involvement by performing in nursing homes, school plays, and musical productions; compete in interscholastic sports tournaments and arts competitions; showcase global cultures through themed events featuring art, music, and food.
Enrichment Opportunities
Expand interests through elective courses such as graphic design or dance; participate in field trips that combine physical and cultural enrichment; join athletic teams or take part in the spring musical, developing both artistic and athletic talents.
Outcomes
Students become proficient in various artistic and athletic disciplines, demonstrating the ability to balance multiple interests with academic responsibilities.
High School (9-12)
Approaches
Enrich learning through advanced placement and honors courses in fine arts while offering leadership roles in athletics; provide real-world experiences such as internships and mentorships in arts and athletics, equipping students with professional skills and practical applications of their talents.
Experiences
Lead by taking on key roles in school productions, Knight of the Arts, Chapel Band, and sports teams; exhibit artwork or compete at community and state-level arts and athletic events, demonstrating excellence and leadership in creative and physical pursuits.
Enrichment Opportunities
Lead by performing inside and outside of school through Beta Club Convention, Chapel Band, International Festival, pep rallies, and the spring musical cast and crew; engage in global and domestic travel programs, exploring cultural and environmental themes through real-world experiences.
Outcomes
Graduates are well-rounded individuals with specialized skills in arts and athletics, equipped to integrate their interests into broader real-world applications.
Approaches
Introduce foundational arts through drawing, painting, and music to encourage self-expression and creativity; engage in simple physical activities such as tag and introductory ball skills; explore a variety of musical genres through active listening and movement.
Experiences
Introduce performance and creative expression through class musicals, sing-alongs, and movement-based activities; explore imaginative play through themed events such as Field Day, Fairy Tale Day, and dress-up days.
Enrichment Opportunities
Introduce special art and music sessions where students explore rhythm instruments and interactive crafts; engage in outdoor exploratory activities such as nature trails and playground adventures; participate in youth sports, cheerleading, or drama enrichment after school.
Outcomes
Children develop an initial appreciation and foundational skills in arts and physical activities, fostering curiosity and joy.
Approaches
Explore structured arts education, incorporating music, painting, and crafts with studies of famous composers and artists; provide organized physical activities that develop motor skills and teamwork; take nature walks and field trips to extend learning beyond the classroom.
Experiences
Explore themed art projects, nature boxes, and performances such as Christmas and spring musicals; engage in field days and creative movement exercises that encourage physical coordination and artistic expression.
Enrichment Opportunities
Explore cultural themes through drama, art, and storytelling; participate in beginner-level team activities that emphasize cooperation, such as youth sports groups, fostering teamwork and foundational athletic skills.
Outcomes
Students enhance their creative and physical skills and gain exposure to a variety of artistic and athletic disciplines.
Approaches
Incorporate regular art and music classes with opportunities for personal exploration and skill development; integrate art and music into history, geography, and science lessons to enhance cross-disciplinary learning; provide physical education programs that promote teamwork, motor coordination, and lifelong fitness habits.
Experiences
Engage in school-wide events like art exhibitions and music concerts; participate in special projects such as Knight’s Gap, the Christmas Tree Lighting, International Festival, and Winterfest, fostering school spirit and cultural appreciation.
Enrichment Opportunities
Engage in extracurricular clubs, such as theater or science exploration; attend field trips and workshops that integrate arts and athletics; join youth sports opportunities while building school spirit by cheering for teams and previewing drama and musical events alongside older students.
Outcomes
Students develop a stronger sense of personal artistic and athletic interests while learning teamwork and persistence.
Approaches
Expand arts education to include advanced opportunities in creative writing, drama, digital arts, and instrumental music; strengthen athletic skills and teamwork through structured sports programs, fostering discipline and leadership.
Experiences
Expand artistic and athletic involvement by performing in nursing homes, school plays, and musical productions; compete in interscholastic sports tournaments and arts competitions; showcase global cultures through themed events featuring art, music, and food.
Enrichment Opportunities
Expand interests through elective courses such as graphic design or dance; participate in field trips that combine physical and cultural enrichment; join athletic teams or take part in the spring musical, developing both artistic and athletic talents.
Outcomes
Students become proficient in various artistic and athletic disciplines, demonstrating the ability to balance multiple interests with academic responsibilities.
Approaches
Enrich learning through advanced placement and honors courses in fine arts while offering leadership roles in athletics; provide real-world experiences such as internships and mentorships in arts and athletics, equipping students with professional skills and practical applications of their talents.
Experiences
Lead by taking on key roles in school productions, Knight of the Arts, Chapel Band, and sports teams; exhibit artwork or compete at community and state-level arts and athletic events, demonstrating excellence and leadership in creative and physical pursuits.
Enrichment Opportunities
Lead by performing inside and outside of school through Beta Club Convention, Chapel Band, International Festival, pep rallies, and the spring musical cast and crew; engage in global and domestic travel programs, exploring cultural and environmental themes through real-world experiences.
Outcomes
Graduates are well-rounded individuals with specialized skills in arts and athletics, equipped to integrate their interests into broader real-world applications.