Union Hill Elementary Charter School - Grades TK-6th – Academics

English Language Arts - Amplify CKLA

Amplify CKLA is built on the science of how kids learn to read. By pairing explicit and systematic foundational skills instruction with intentional and robust knowledge-building content, Amplify Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) gives you the tools to make every student a skilled reader.

Strong Skills Foundation

Effective reading instruction starts with helping students develop strong reading skills. Amplify CKLA features an explicit, systematic approach that leverages multisensory instruction. By building a solid foundation of phonological awareness and phonics, reading the words on the page becomes automatic for students.

^{Deep Content Knowledge}

^{The research is clear: Reading comprehension increases when students have background knowledge. With up to three times as many knowledge-building topics as any other program, Amplify CKLA offers the most robust elementary knowledge sequence and leads to deeper comprehension and better engagement in classrooms.}

Math - Go Math!

Go Math! is designed using the proven 5E instructional model, guiding students toward proficiency by building on their previous understanding of mathematical concepts. Embedded formative math assessments ensure students get the support they need.

Authentic Learning Connections

Math Talk for Collaboration

Embedded Math Talk and collaborative activities encourage lively discourse. Students of all languages feel safe to participate in the math community. Math Talk, new Launch Lessons, Math Centers, and games offer fun opportunities for investigation and discussion.

Science

What is FOSS?

FOSS gives students the opportunity to think and act like scientists and engineers. UC Berkeley’s Lawrence Hall of Science developed FOSS® Next Generation™ for California to honor the letter and spirit of NGSS. FOSS presents science the way students learn it, as they explore phenomena firsthand on a journey toward mastering the three dimensions of the Framework.

California Scope and Sequence