- Design our curriculum around a continuum of ideas, skills and experiences in which students steadily progress and explore a variety of interests.
- Emphasize collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking in all learning pathways and provide a cohesive K-5 experience that builds upon fluencies and skills as students progress.
- View the integration of subject areas and problem based learning as key to helping students make connections in their learning and to prepare them to succeed in a global knowledge economy.
- Believe in a well-rounded curriculum that includes and encourages creative study and foreign language.
The elementary Health, Safety and Physical Education course is required for all students in grades K-5. Students will receive live virtual instruction and be responsible for completing posted assignments in the areas of health education topics. Additionally, students in grades K-5 will receive live virtual interactive instruction to meet the physical education standards. Elementary Electives are grouped by grade with Elementary Core Courses »
Teachers also host Office Hours during standard business hours, where they will be present in a virtual classroom at a scheduled time and be available to assist students with any assignment questions on an as-needed basis. PALCS offers online Homework Help after standard business hours, Sunday through Thursday nights, from 6 pm to 8 pm. Students may log in as needed and speak with a PALCS teacher.
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Meet the Elementary School Faculty and Staff
Ms. Courtney Kofeldt
Supervisor of Educational Technology
Ms. Andrea Malvestuto
Grades 6-8 Guidance Counselor (Le-Z)
Ms. Jennifer Schelling
Elementary Instructional Coach
Mr. Salvatore Esposito
Elementary Health Safety & Physical Education
Ms. Danielle Smith
Elementary Special Education Reading Specialist