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English Language Arts
Manville's English Language Arts curriculum integrates the study of literature, language and writing. Literature, representative of many cultures and authors, is integrated across the curriculum. Structured phonetic and writing programs support the development of decoding and spelling skills, reading fluency and comprehension and written language. A well-equipped library, staffed by a librarian, supports Manville's educational program.
Mathematics
Manville's Mathematics curriculum focuses on conceptual, computational and problem-solving skills and the real-life application of those skills. Math instruction emphasizes both mathematical thinking and hands-on learning as students explore topics such as number sense and operations, patterns, relations and algebra, measurement, geometry, and data analysis, statistics and probability across grade levels.
History and Social Science
Manville's Social Studies curriculum includes topics from history, civics and government, and geography. Through interactive instruction, including literature resources, discussion, video, field trips, and the arts, students explore the people, land and cultures of the United States and countries around the world.
Science
and Technology/Engineering
Manville's Science curriculum includes topics from life, earth, physical sciences and technology/engineering at all grade levels. Through hands-on materials, experiments, video and literature, students explore a variety of science topics. As part of the Science curriculum, students study different technologies related to communication, engineering, etc. and their effect on people and society.
