Curriculum K-6
Science of Reading
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LPCA scholars engage in equitable literacy education through Science of Reading Instruction. The Science of Reading Instruction provides scholars with the instruction they need, when they need it, while also providing a robust learning experience that addresses each of the critical skills and competencies needed for successful literacy development. The Science of Reading is comprised of more than 40 years of research pinpointing the pillars of any effective literacy program: Phonemic Awareness, Phonics and Word Recognition, Fluency and Vocabulary, and Comprehension.
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Mathematics
At Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy School District, we believe in providing scholars with authentic mathematics experiences through Problem-Based Learning, or PrBL. PrBL is a form of inquiry-based instruction in Mathematics, and it is similar to Project-Based Learning. PrBL places scholars in several short, concept-related problem scenarios. Scholars investigate mathematical problems which are connected in context to projects they are working on in other content areas, such as Science or Social Studies. PrBL lasts shorter time periods than projects, but has similar characteristics, such as collaboration and discourse.
Dual-Language Programs
GRADES Pre-K-5
Legacy PCA’s one-way and two-way dual language immersion programs encourage the development of Spanish and English through the use of guided and independent multi-sensory experiences for language and literacy development in an academically challenging, research-based environment across all core content curriculum in order to promote bilingualism and biliteracy. This focus prepares students for a global future by equipping them with an edge toward success in the competitive world of the 21st century.
Strong parental support and involvement is an integral goal of the program. For English language learners, parental involvement is essential to reinforce children’s native language development and to communicate high expectations about academic achievement.
Dual Language Program Design
Pre-Kindergarten students will receive 80% of their instruction in Spanish language in all content areas of Language Arts, Science, Math, Social Studies and receive 20% of their instruction and bridging in English Language development.
Kindergarten students will receive 80% of their instruction in Spanish language in all content areas of Language Arts, Science, Math, Social Studies and receive 20% of their instruction and bridging in English Language development.
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First grade students will receive 80% of their instruction in their native language (L1) in the content areas of Language Arts, Science, Math, and receive 20% of their instruction in a second language (L2) in the content area of Social Studies combined with second language literacy basics.
Second grade students will receive 60% of their instruction in their native language (L1) in the content areas of Language Arts, Science, Math, and receive 40% of their instruction in a second language (L2) in the content area of Social Studies and literacy development;
Third through fifth grade students will follow a 75/25 approach receiving instruction in the content areas of Language Arts, Science Math in English and Spanish Language Arts and Social Studies in Spanish.
Contact Information:
Sandra Vroman, Senior Director of Education Languages and Compliance [email protected]
To find out if our tuition-free public school is right for you, schedule a school tour, or to learn more about our enrollment process, call us at (469) 249-1099.
Project Based Learning Environment
Helping Scholars Reach Their Potential with Project-Based Learning
In a project-based learning environment, our students have the chance to assume control of their education. Unlike the conventional classroom setup where teachers simply transmit information to students, the project-based learning environment fosters a culture of collaborative learning. Teachers transform into mentors and supporters for our students. Our faculty assists students in seizing control of their knowledge acquisition. This approach empowers students to engage in creative problem-solving independently, a crucial skill for success in both academic and professional endeavors.
Project-based learning thrives on the use of many learning techniques, including:
- Imaginative and intentional play
- Group activities fostering teamwork for problem-solving
- Initiatives promoting creative innovation
- Fostering an environment accommodating every learning style
- Facilitating open discussions among students to promote acceptance and community
Project-Based Learning holds significance as it empowers students to assume control of their educational journey. The paradigm shifts from educators merely delivering content to actively facilitating and overseeing the learning process. This grants students greater independence, with support provided only when necessary. Embracing failure becomes integral to the learning experience, as students navigate the best ways to achieve their goals. Beyond its student-centered approach, PBL is profoundly interdisciplinary, mirroring real-life challenges that require skills and knowledge from multiple subject areas.
Student Centered
Recognizing that Project-Based Learning (PBL) is centered around students doesn't imply a lax teaching approach. Instead of the traditional rote recall or memorization, PBL involves actively applying skills and acquiring new knowledge to devise solutions for addressing real-world problems.
PBL distinguishes itself by empowering students to take ownership of the learning process, shifting away from the conventional role where the teacher plays the primary guiding role. Through self- and peer-assessment, encouraging active inquiry, and allowing students to decide how to manage their projects, as opposed to merely following instructions, valuable lessons are learned, promoting effective and profound learning experiences.
Given that many students might be unfamiliar with this learning model, Legacy Preparatory Charter Academy introduces scholars gradually to fully integrate into PBL before undertaking more extended and intricate projects. Equally crucial is ensuring that both scholars and educators learn and reflect at each step of the process.
Helping Scholars Develop Skills for Living in a Knowledge-Based, Highly Technological Society
The traditional approach of passively acquiring facts and reciting them out of context is no longer adequate for preparing students to thrive in today's world. Addressing highly complex problems necessitates scholars to possess both foundational skills (reading, writing, and math) and 21st-century skills (teamwork, problem-solving, research gathering, time management, information synthesizing, and the use of high-tech tools). By combining these skills, students assume the roles of directors and managers in their learning process, guided and mentored by a skilled teacher. Executed effectively, this approach equips students to meet the rapidly changing demands of our increasingly global society. Moreover, with performance tasks directly tied to real-world experiences, case studies, and careers, their understanding of these crucial concepts becomes deeply ingrained, highlighting the effectiveness of Project-Based Learning.
The skills essential for the 21st century encompass:
- Personal and social responsibility
- Planning, critical thinking, reasoning, and creativity
- Proficient communication skills, applicable to both interpersonal interactions and presentations
- Cross-cultural understanding
- Visualization and decision-making abilities
- Proficiency in using technology judiciously, with the capability to select the most fitting tool for a given task
To find out if our tuition-free public school is right for you, schedule a school tour, or to learn more about our enrollment process, call us at (469) 249-1099.