The program identifies academic and social needs of the individual and provides a curriculum that focuses on problem solving and critical thinking. Through intervention and strengthening learning strategies, the school empowers each student to reach his or her potential.
Mathematics is a challenging area of study for many children with learning differences. It requires the memorization of facts and formulas, the use of data in complex ways, and an ability to think abstractly. The Lower School brings a hands-on approach to the teaching of mathematics, introducing students to mathematical concepts through direct instruction and real life examples. The development of mental math skills is stressed, with expectations being set according to each student’s strengths and areas of needs.
In keeping with our school’s mission to identify the needs of the individual student and provide instruction that focuses on problem solving and critical thinking, a variety of approaches are used for mathematical instruction at the Lower School No one program is used exclusively. Teachers draw from Saxon Math and JUMP Math (Junior Undiscovered Math Prodigies; a program designed for students with math anxiety) for their core lessons. Hands-on activities, the use of manipulatives, on-line programs and apps, and a variety of worksheets and activities designed to meet individual needs are all part of math class. Daily lessons, through the use of an interactive Math Meeting, and homework, focus on reviewing previously learned concepts and skills while adding new ones.
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Our son learned the valuable skills of teamwork, patience and perseverance during his time at Centreville Layton as well as the academic strategies to move forward into a typical high school setting. Centreville Layton strikes a great balance of family-like warmth and discipline in a beautiful country setting.
This past year has been completely transformational for our daughter and her positive strides have been noticeable both at home and at school. She is growing into the best version of herself and her teachers at CLS have played a significant role in her progress.
This year, I’ve learned to understand that acceptance is greatly appreciated but difficult to find. Compared to where I came from, CLS houses some of the most accepting people that I’ve ever met. I am thankful for every little act of kindness shown towards me or even towards another student. They have not gone unnoticed.
We’re prepared for this because we’ve learned how to work hard, solve problems, be independent, happy, responsible and kind to all.
The support from my teachers taught me not just reading and writing, but to embrace who I am, to learn from my mistakes and grow because of them.