Cherokee Elementary School
 

 

In addition to the regular curriculum we offer opportunities for our students to engage in some special activities. We also offer a year round EduCare program.


Accelerated Reader Program

  • A computerized reading management program.

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  • Students may be assigned a goal.

  • Students read and take tests to meet their goal.

  • Students earn points based on their performance on tests.

  • Students may be rewarded for reaching their goal.

  • Students in grades 1 - 5 may participate.

The Accelerated Reader program is intended to supplement the regular reading curriculum and to promote a love of reading. Please encourage your children to read books -- all books not just accelerated reader.

    Accelerated Reader List


  Accelerated Math Program    

  • A math program managed with computers.

  • Teachers are better able to individualize instruction.

  • Students are tested to determine placement.

  • Students are assigned objectives by the teacher

  • Students receive instruction from the teacher.

  • Students practice skills.

  • Students test when practice shows they are ready.

  • Students progress at their own rate.

The Accelerated Math program will be used to supplement the regular math program. Primary instruction will use the math textbook and accompanying resources.

Star Lab

  • A portable planetarium which can be used in the study of astronomy, biology, geography, and plate tectonics.