2nd grade Curriculum Overview
The following is a summary of different subject matter we will explore throughout the year.
Math
Students will participate in whole group learning activities, small group activities, and independent practice using Bridges. Some areas of study include: mental addition and subtraction of facts with sums to 20; problem solving; skip counting; odd/even; double and triple digit addition and subtraction with regrouping; data and graphing; time and money; geometry.
Language Arts
Students will work on comprehension skills and reading strategies using HMH Into Reading materials. Students will participate in whole group lessons and activities, along with small group and independent practice. It is suggested that students read for at least 15 minutes each evening.
Second graders continue to use Fundations for word study. Students will begin to explore more complex and uncommon spelling patterns in words. They will also continue to practice to quickly read and spell "trick words".
In writing, students will have opportunities to write a variety of text types including narrative, informational/explanatory and opinion writing. Students will participate in a combination of interactive read aloud lessons and independent writing times.
Social Studies/Science
Students explore a variety of topics such as communities, geography, government, American history, water and land, engineering and living things.
*More detailed information about our curriculum can be found on our Mansfield Township School District website. Choose “departments” and then “curriculum and instruction”.
Scoring Scale
5 - Exceeds (Exceeds Expectations) - The student consistently exceeds grade level standards and expectations. Performance is characterized by self-motivation and the ability to apply the skills with consistent accuracy, independence and a high level of quality.
4 - Meets (Developing Appropriately) - The student consistently meets grade level standards and expectations. Performance is characterized by the ability to apply skills with accuracy, independence, and quality with minimal assistance. This is an excellent level of achievement, and one that a student should be working toward as developmentally appropriate.
3 - Approaches (Beginning to Develop) - The student is progressing toward grade level standards and expectations. Performance varies in consistency with regard to accuracy and quality. Student requires additional practice and support.
2 - Partially Meets (Needs to Develop) - The student is making limited progress toward grade level standards and expectations. Performance varies in consistency with regard to accuracy and quality. Student requires significant practice and support.
1 - Does Not Meet - The student is not meeting grade level standards and expectations. Additional instruction, practice, and support is necessary to move toward grade level standards and expectations.