Why LPCS?
LPCS Highlights
Academic rigor
Character development, social-emotional education, and reliable mental health support
Intervention and support services
Expanded opportunities for advanced learners
A variety of after school clubs and activities available
Consistent enrollment, low teacher turnover, and a long-standing stable administrative team
Parent-elected Governing Board that oversees the viability of the charter
21st Century technology integration.
Pre-K
Provide kindergarten readiness for four and five year olds
Play-based learning
Fine and gross motor development
Social/emotional learning
Early literacy and math instruction
Four-Diamond State level rating
K-4
Ability grouped ELA and math classes
A well-rounded ELA curriculum incorporating: Orton Gillingham, Accelerated Reading, Shurley English, Write Tools and Novel Studies, and Lexia
Math instruction utilizing Saxon Math
Daily science and social studies
Weekly rotation of specials classes (technology, art, p.e., music and library)
Daily morning meetings including explicit social-emotional curriculum
Paraprofessional support for afternoon classes
5th-6th
A well-rounded ELA curriculum incorporating: Accelerated Reading, Shurley English, Write Tools and Novel Studies, and Lexia
Math instruction utilizing Math in Focus
Daily Amplify science and social studies with a focus on geography, history, civics, and financial literacy
Intervention and extension level instruction with specialized teachers for all content
Heterogeneous homeroom groupings for Extended Learning Opportunity, social emotional learning, team meetings, and incentives
Student selected elective classes five days a week, including keyboarding, library skills, and health (6th grade)
One-to-one Chromebook assignment
Paraprofessional support for science, social studies, electives, and lunch
Student leadership through Sources of Strength (SOS) and Junior Student Council
Athletics and after-school clubs
Travel opportunities, including an outdoor education field trip (6th grade)
Junior High
Small classes.
An emphasis on student choice, voice, and advocacy
Expanded grade level and guided course options in math, science, language arts, and Spanish
Social studies, expanding on history, geography, civics, and financial literacy
Mentorship groups for academic and social emotional support and high school readiness planning
Daily 45-minute Expanded Learning Opportunity for social emotional learning, school communications, and extended work time
One-to-one Chromebook assignment
Optional student-selected enrichment program five days a week
A variety of leadership opportunities, including Sources of Strength (SOS), Allies, StuCo, NJHS, student assistants, and student tutors
Travel opportunities (D.C., Costa Rica)
Teen health and wellness integrated through science and mentorships
A wide variety of enrichment and athletic programs