Academics
Academics
In addition to emphasizing the basic classroom and social skills, Canfield offers:
- Interdisciplinary journal writing,
- Weekly visits to the school library,
- Research projects,
- Multi-cultural events and activities,
- Collaborative learning strategies,
- Physical Education (P.E.) program,
- Hands-on math and science activities,
- Student presentations of poetry, literature, plays, music, choral and art,
- And much more!
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE
Grades K through 3 have an average of 24 students per class. Grades 4 and 5 have approximately 34 students per class. Certified paraprofessionals are assigned to assist in various classrooms everyday. On-site mentors are available to new teachers for curriculum and instructional support. And, many parents volunteer their time in and out of the classroom to assist the teachers.