Kindergarten
5 to 6 year-olds
Kindergarten is a big year for young students—full of personal growth, academic milestones, and self-discovery. They become more engaged in the learning process and develop confidence as they recognize their own abilities.
Ready, Set, Grow!
Kindergarten sets the stage for years of education to come. Students make strides in every subject and are asked to participate in new ways. They share ideas, engage in discussion, and work in groups. In a stimulating, hands-on program, young minds thrive.
Scaffolded Lessons
Lessons build in complexity, with the flexibility to adapt to students’ individual skills, interests, and needs. Growth is fast and exciting!
Balanced Curriculum
As students begin to read, write, and conquer academic subjects, we also nurture self-expression, creative thinking, and unique interests.
Happy Classrooms
Our teachers create a safe space for every child to ask questions, share ideas, and feel like they belong. Kindness is our culture.
Kindergarten Curriculum
Language Arts
Mathematics
Social Studies
Science & Health
Physical Education
Expressive Arts
Computer ScienceLanguage Arts
Language Arts
And now, they’re reading and writing! Our students show tremendous growth in language and literacy, practicing:
- Phonemic Awareness
- Handwriting and Composition
- Spelling, Grammar & Punctuation
- Reading Fluency and Comprehension / Chapter Book Discussion
- Story Mapping
- Vocabulary & Context Clues
- Oral Language: Listening and Speaking
Mathematics
Mathematics
We show the kids that math is fun! Through mathematical modeling, visual representations and real-world problem-based learning, our students build procedural fluency and higher order thinking skills. Students explore:
- Cardinal Numbers to 100
- Addition / Subtraction
- Measurement
- Shapes (early geometry)
- Time
- Patterns
- Sorting
- Graphing
- Currency Recognition
Social Studies
Social Studies
Let’s explore the world around us—at home, school, and in our communities. Through observation and discussion, students study:
- Maps & Geography
- Basic Citizenship
- Roles in the Community
- Holidays, Traditions & Culture
- Environmental Awareness
Social Skills
Science & Health
Science & Health
Science incorporates fun, hands-on investigations, engineering models, literacy-rich activities, and interactive digital tools to empower students to think, read, write, and argue like real scientists. Designed by UC Berkeley’s Lawrence Hall of Science, our natural phenomena-based program is aligned to the Next Generation Science Standards. Elements of our program include:
- Life Science: Needs of Plants and AnimalsÂ
- Physical Science: Pushes and PullsÂ
- Earth and Space: Sunlight and Weather
- Wellness, Nutrition & Healthy Habits
- Scientific Method and Science Fair Exhibitions
- Science Careers and Field TripsÂ
Physical Education
Physical Education
Let’s play! We introduce various games and activities to promote physical activity and well-being. Students practice:
- Making Healthy Choices
- Good Sportsmanship
- Basic Motor Skills
- Coordination
- Cooperation & Teamwork
- Global Sports
Expressive ArtsExpressive ArtsÂ
Expressive Arts in Kindergarten is about cultivating well-being and encouraging students to express themselves using different media. Our comprehensive Expressive Arts program includes Visual Arts, Music, Drama, and Dance.  Â
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- Visual Arts: Lessons on the visual arts illustrate important elements of making and appreciating art, and emphasize important artists, works of art, and artistic concepts. Students integrate techniques in their directed and free art.Â
- Artist-of-the-Month studies
- Exploration of Color, Line, Sculpture and Architecture.
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- Music and Dance: The Music program focuses on listening to, enjoying, and appreciating music in all its various forms, inspiring creative movement, as well as producing music. Elements include:
- Dedicated music teacherÂ
- Tempo, percussion, beat, and rhythm.Â
- Dance and Movement
- Composer-of-the-Month
- Group musical experiences and performancesÂ
- Holiday recitals to showcase the musical talent of our young musicians!
Computer ScienceComputer Science
Aligned with national standards, the Computer Science program aims to develop students as responsible digital architects, providing opportunities to discover their innovator’s mindset and create inspiring products. The elements of our program include:
- Digital Well-BeingÂ
- Keyboarding,Â
- HardwareÂ
- Digital MediaÂ
- Coding and Robotics.Â
- Participation in the nationwide Hour of Code
What to Expect in Kindergarten
Calendar & Schedule 
Meals & Nutrition
Health and SafetyCalendar & Schedule Calendar & Schedule
Kindergarten follows a standard academic calendar (August – June). Students report to class five days a week, for a full day in the classroom.
All of our elementary school programs are broken into three academic periods with two recess breaks.
- Hours: 8:30 – 2:45 pm
- Options for Extended Care
View and download the Action Day Elementary School 2023-2024 Academic Calendar.
Meals & Nutrition
Meals & Nutrition
Students are expected to bring a packed lunch or order a hot lunch through the EZ Schools App.
Our hot lunch program is offered daily at an additional charge.
- Meals feature seasonal fruits and vegetables, nutritious entrees, and water or milk.
- Orders can be placed daily, weekly, or monthly.
- Same-day orders must be placed by 8:45am.
Refrigerators and microwaves are available for lunches brought from home.
Health and SafetyHealth & Safety
Providing a safe and healthy environment for students is our top priority.
Open Door Policy & Security
- Parents are welcome to visit the campus and classroom at any time, but must sign-in at the office.
- All students must be signed in and out of school each day by a parent or authorized family member/friend.
Emergency Preparedness
- Teachers and staff have been trained in CPR and First Aid.
- All staff have completed comprehensive training in fire, earthquake, and lockdown procedures.
- Regular drill practices are done at all grade levels.
Extend your day with enrichments
At Action Day, learning goes beyond academics. Our enrichment programs are designed to help students develop unique interests and talents—without ever leaving campus. Several options are available to elementary students:
Extend Your School Day
We support families beyond the bell schedule with a daily after-school program. Combining lesson plans and extracurriculars, students enjoy a balance of academics and fun.
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