Our School

 

Welcome to East Elementary, where every child's journey begins with a foundation built for lifelong learning and emotional growth.

At East Elementary, we attend to young learners from Kindergarten through Grade 1, focusing not only on academic excellence but also on nurturing well-rounded individuals. Our approach integrates cutting-edge educational practices to ensure each student thrives.

We are proud to implement RULER, an evidence-based approach to social and emotional learning developed at the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Through RULER, we empower students to recognize, understand, label, express, and regulate their emotions effectively. This fosters a supportive environment where every child feels understood and valued.

Recognizing that each child develops at their own pace, we address lagging skills with personalized attention and targeted interventions. Our commitment to restorative practices emphasizes empathy, accountability, and the resolution of conflicts in a positive manner. We believe that effective communication is key to building strong relationships and navigating emotions successfully.

In literacy education, we utilize the science of reading to teach foundational skills in reading and writing. By focusing on phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary development, and comprehension strategies, we ensure that our students build a solid foundation for future academic success.

In mathematics, we follow the CPA (Concrete, Pictorial, Abstract) model, ensuring that students have a deep understanding of mathematical concepts. This approach starts with hands-on experiences using concrete objects, progresses to pictorial representations to visualize problems, and finally moves to abstract symbols and operations. By engaging students in this way, we promote a deep comprehension of mathematical principles from an early age.

Above all, our goal at East Elementary is to cultivate lifelong learners who are not only proficient in academics but also emotionally resilient and socially adept. We strive to prepare our students to navigate the complexities of the modern world with confidence and compassion.

Join us at East Elementary, where every child’s journey begins with a strong foundation for navigating the challenges of their future with confidence and compassion.