At Ideal Elementary School, enrichment programs include engaging, varying academic and non-academic activities that complement and extend traditional learning hours.
- Children benefit from participating in activities that are tailored to their age, interests, and stage of development.
- Programs incorporate traditional elements from multiple cultures by including activities, celebrations, books, games, and posters that reflect diverse experiences.
- Programs incorporate teachers and dovetail with academic learning objectives via homework support and/or tutoring.
- Frequent and intense program involvement leads to positive impacts on academic outcomes, including self concept, educational expectations, academic achievement, high school completion, and post-secondary attendance.
- Technology is used to increase opportunities for self-paced learning and to increase engagement in program activities.
Enrichment programs are provided by school district personnel and/or by community-based partners. They include music, art, physical education, media and technology skill building, and guidance curriculum.
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