Our Academics & Electives

We draw upon the expertise of our educators and work together to create models of outstanding achievement in every classroom. Through implementing high-quality instructional materials and transforming the academic culture in our schools, we challenge and inspire our students to thrive in the world. With a wide variety of academics and enrichment opportunities aligned with state standards, we support students in unlocking their potential as they extend their skills and talents beyond the classroom. Our core curriculum includes:

Bilingual Education - We are committed to English Language Development for students beginning in early childhood by implementing English literacy instructional frameworks that prepare families to become independent readers and writers in English.

English Language Arts - We are committed to nurturing and developing a strong literacy foundation for all students in the early school years by implementing literacy instructional frameworks that prepare students to become independent readers and writers.

Math - The mathematics curriculum seeks to ensure mathematical competence and confidence in students in mathematics-rich classroom environments.

Science - Classroom experiences in science are connected to real-world phenomena and provide opportunities to engage in science and engineering practices through exposure to STEM-related career pathways.

Social Studies - Students gain the content knowledge, intellectual skills, and core democratic values necessary for fulling their civic duties in a participatory democracy and effectively engaging in our global society.

World Languages - Students develop effective communication in at least one world language other than English as well as cultural competence to help all our students become better-equipped global citizens.

Student achievement is the number one goal at Bagley Elementary School. Through a rigorous and challenging curriculum, students are challenged to reach their highest potential and encouraged to take responsibility for their own learning.

Elementary (Grades K-6)

Language Arts

The Language Arts curriculum enables students to develop and achieve independent and strategic oral and written communication skills necessary for the 21st century. Daily classroom instruction includes:
- Reading
- Writing
- Word Study/Spelling
- Handwriting
Mathematics

The elementary mathematics curriculum features hands-on learning strategies and techniques, such as sorting, collecting data, measuring, computing, graphing, and calculating.

Science

Our science program conditions students to ask questions and to understand and appreciate the world around them. It also teaches students to develop solutions to problems through hands-on activities and digital content.

Social Studies

The social studies curriculum encourages students to become self-directed, responsible and thoughtful citizens by establishing the connection between them and their families to local, state, national and international governments. The curriculum covers:
- History
- Geography
- Civics
- Economics
- Culture
In addition to the core curricular areas taught, students participate in a wide range of specialist classes, taught by staff who focus solely on their chosen fields.

Elective classes for grades K-6 include the following:

Art

The art program at Bagley Elementary School blends self-expression, the development of creative thinking, and an appreciation for art history. These elements are the foundation for the development of children’s ability to visually express their ideas. Our goals are to reinforce their deeply rooted creative impulses without inhibition, and to help them build confidence in their expression.

Computer Science

Journalism

Physical Education

All students participate in physical education. Emphasis is on participation, sportsmanship, and skill development. The program includes activities associated with health, fitness and nutrition.