Butler ES Family Handbook

Butler Elementary Family Handbook 2019-2020

Curriculum The Utah State Office of Education establishes our core curriculum in each subject and at each grade level. For more information about Utah’s Core Curriculum and additional resources to support your child’s education, please visit these USOE links: English Language Arts ​ : ​ https://www.schools.utah.gov/file/84aff25d-bc58-4226-96f2-29f240cdc2bd Math ​ : ​ https://www.schools.utah.gov/file/6cfa25d8-1c5b-4b87-9ee0-c02221e15f92 Teachers at Butler Elementary use a variety of district-approved textbooks and programs in order to teach the Standards and Objectives outlined in the Common Core State Standards and the Utah State Core. Language Arts, Reading & Mathematics For more information about the standards taught in Canyons School District, please visit the “ ​ I-Canyons ​ ” Parent Toolkit at ​ http://i-canyonsparenttoolkit.canyonsdistrict.org Here you will find our report card along with descriptions of the standards your student should be learning listed by grade level. Many standards listed here include activities and other suggestions based on whether or not your student has mastered each concept. Science Through experiments and demonstrations, students have the opportunity to experience science hands on. In addition to traditional science instruction, teachers often use technology to enhance their instruction. Students have access to many additional resources to expand their learning on their own through our school library. Social Studies The Social Studies curriculum is organized around the child’s expanding world. Primary curriculum is most focused on their families, neighborhoods, and community; Intermediate grades expand to help students understand the history of our state, nation, and world.

Physical Education & the Arts Students will also engage weekly in physical education and the arts, including music and other art forms.

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