The elementary school years build on the academic rigor of primary education, and further develop them towards preparation for middle school. At Heritage, elementary classes (grades 3 through 5) are geared towards establishing three main aspects of education:
Developed Literacy & Numeracy:
During elementary grades, students develop their comprehension skills over their phonetic skills; book reports allow students to demonstrate their mastery of reading. In mathematics, students not only master computation, but also apply them as they learn fractions, geometry, and measurement.
Creative Thinking:
Once the foundational pieces of literacy & numeracy have been established in students, they are able to apply these skills in creative ways. Our God is a Creator God, and creative activity is one of His central attributes; when students are creative, they reflect one of His qualities. Students in grade 3 create their own books for the spring Young Authors event. Students in grade 4 study and recite poetry at an end-of-year poetry event. Students in grade 5 participate in several drama productions.
Character Development:
Most important to Heritage is the character development of its students. Everything we do is geared towards building Christ-like character in students. Students receive daily Bible instruction and weekly chapel messages about character virtues. Our discipline policy and homework policy are designed to inculcate obedience, respect, and diligence.