The Primary School Program focuses on building strong literacy skills in reading, written and oral communication, language arts, and math. In a safe and caring learning environment students are prepared for success in their middle and high school journeys. Students apply these literacy skills to learning about social studies and science.

• The CAM Academy Primary School Program consists of two third-grade classrooms and two fourth-grade classrooms.

• Class sizes vary between 24 – 26 students per teacher.

• Students see both grade-level classroom teachers for academic instruction.

• Classes meet on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday for reading, language arts, math, social studies, and science.

• Wednesday is called an “off-site learning day” and is used to support the home component of the program.

• In addition to classroom instruction, students will have assignments associated with the classroom instruction and the independent learning contracts for health/fitness and visual/performing arts that they work on each week at home. This home component requires consistent parent participation and support.

Characteristics of a CAM Academy Primary School Student

• Enjoys going to school

• Enjoys being engaged in learning

• Works well with peers and adults

• Is able to listen and follow directions

• Is willing to make an effort in learning new things

• Has an “I will try” approach

• Is teachable in both academics and character development

Parent Commitments

• Provide reliable and on-time transportation to and from CAM Academy

• Assure your student has a consistent daily attendance

• Volunteer your time in the classroom or in supporting activities of the school

• Attend teacher conferences (as needed) and quarterly parent group meetings

• Partner with the teacher to support and implement your student’s written student learning plan

• Assure your student comes to school prepared for each day with needed materials organized, assignments completed, and a lunch plan.

• Stay informed on school issues by reading daily, weekly, and monthly communications

• Provide a home environment that extends and connects classroom learning