Young 5s
Our Young 5s program aims to support younger learners who turn 5 between June 1 and December 1 and may benefit from a transitional year. Children adjust to the social and academic demands of school in a fun, hands-on environment. Young 5s provides ‘the gift of time’ so younger learners can succeed in kindergarten. Teachers help them develop skills necessary to prosper in a regular kindergarten class. Students who complete their first year in the Young 5s program will be promoted to the regular kindergarten program the following year. We are glad to accept the Michigan waiver for incoming kindergarten and young 5s students. This waiver allows students 5 years old on or before December 1st to apply for either grade level.
Young 5s Curriculum
English Language Arts
Children learn to identify and sound out letters and words. Retelling stories helps children learn to communicate clearly, and build active listening skills. Writing skills progress from letters to simple phonetic spellings.
Math
Children learn basic number concepts like counting, number value, and basic addition using real objects. We study and identify shapes to build geometry skills. Students also learn the days of the week, and how to use money.
Science
Building on their natural desire to explore, children learn how to identify and use their five senses. Using their senses, they observe and gather information, studying themes like plants and animals. As young scientists, they describe similarities and differences found in the natural world.
Social Studies
Learning about communities, students discover the roles and virtues of good citizenship. We practice these skills in the classroom and community.
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Young 5s or Kindergarten: Which is Right for Your Child?
If your child is ready for a more rigorous program, then kindergarten may be the right choice. Kindergarten moves at a faster pace than Young 5s. Children should enter kindergarten with the basic personal, social, emotional, motor and academic skills necessary to succeed in school. We know it can be a difficult decision, so we provide options to help you choose what’s best for your child.Learn More About Kindergarten Readiness
Moral Focus Program
Strong hearts and minds impact the world in amazing ways. Virtues such as respect, perseverance, compassion, and courage are essential to what kids need to succeed and an essential part of what we teach. We make them part of every school day through our Moral Focus Program. Our program is integrated into everything we do. This helps students learn the importance of making good decisions and doing the right thing in life.
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Preparing Your Child for a Lifetime of Success
See what happens when hard work, personal responsibility, and a nurturing school community combine to create one exceptional experience. Founded on academic excellence, moral focus, parental partnership, and student responsibility, Paragon Charter Academy is a school like no other—one that can lead your child to a lifetime of success.
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