Teachers trained and certified in Montessori education.
Full complement of Montessori materials in each classroom
Multi-aged, heterogeneous groupings of students
Large blocks of uninterrupted work time conducive to depth & complexity of work
Hands-on discovery learning methodology moves from concrete to abstract and enables the child to truly understand and internalize concepts being taught
Personalized work plans for each student
Rich, full curriculum includes geometry, cultural studies, pre-algebra, botany, and zoology, in addition to reading, writing, math, science, and social studies
Exemplary fine arts programs
Gifted and Talented Program
Student Council
Spelling & Geography Bee
Battle of the Books
After School Robotics Club
Whiz Quiz Team
After School Robotics Club
High Readistep (PSAT) scores - consistently top 2
Pre-AP Programs: Science, English, Math, Social Studies, & Reading
High school credit for Algebra I, English I, Geometry, and Spanish
Electives: Band, Orchestra, AP Art, Theater, Spanish, Computer Literacy, Choir, & Office Asst.
Biennial Middle School musical
Spelling & Geography Bee
Battle of the Books
Green Team
Student Council
National Junior Honor Society
Gifted & Talented Program
National History Day
Film Club
High Readistep (PSAT) scores
Whiz Quiz District Champions
History Fair State Competition winners
District Science Fair Competition winners
District Invention Convention winners
Duke Talent Search
Bobby Bragan Youth Foundation Scholarship winners
Met standards on all STAAR accountability measures
Four Distinctions awarded for STAAR Performance
Cowtown C.A.L.F. Grant winner
Golden Sneaker Award
Reflections Art Competition Local & Regional winners
Michael Hatch: Secondary English
Natalie Williams: Health & Physical Education
Michelle Clementson: Health & Physical Education
First place "Best of Show" District Elementary Science Fair
Grand Prize District Elementary Invention Convention
Runner-Up District Elementary Spelling Bee
First place 7/8th grade District Whiz Quiz Team
Largest & Fastest Team awards at Cowtown C.A.L.F.
District UIL: Middle - First Place, Elementary - Third Place
Orchestra UIL: Sweepstakes - all ones
First Place UIL Middle School Theater
Cafeteria, library, & music rooms
Separate buildings for elementary and middle schools
Greenhouse, attached classroom
Upper Level & Kindergarten Outdoor Classrooms
Science, art, & computer labs
Beautifully landscaped campus with covered walkways between five buildings
Partial shaded playground
Outdoor Pavilion complete with picnic tables
Gymnatorium for K-5
Full Size Gym with Climbing Wall for 6-8
Garden Program organized and taught by parents
Active PTA: Monthly Family Nights, Middle School Dances, Fall Festival, Spring Auction, Spirit Shop, Jingle Bell Shop, Book Fair, Weekly News, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, & more
Junior Achievement Mentor Program
Dragon Deputies: campus helpers