The Florence 1 Schools Imagine Forward 1:1 initiative has enabled Timrod Elementary to provide before and after school programs for kindergarten through sixth grade. Students begin instruction with a certified teacher as early as 7 a.m. Math and reading activities include Smarty Ants, Study Island, Happy Numbers, Achieve3000, and interactive readalouds. Kindergarten students enjoy an interactive read-aloud with engaging academic activities that support the kindergarten curriculum. First and second graders utilize Smarty Ants, where they work on reading skills on their instructional levels. Third through sixth graders utilize Study Island, Happy Numbers, and Achieve3000. Certified teachers monitor instruction and provide support for students in these instructional groups. In addition to the before school programs, we also provide academic assistance for students in third through sixth grade. Third graders receive small group instruction in reading from a certified Reading Recovery teacher twice a week. Fourth through sixth graders receive small group instruction in math once a week for an hour. Small group math instruction addresses skills and standards that support the daily curriculum in the classroom. Teachers use this time to address any academic gaps in instruction and scaffold learning. These programs provide our students with additional academic support and also help build positive relationships that are so important in social development and academic achievement. “We are excited to have our students participate in our extended academic programs at Timrod.” stated Principal Michelle McBride.
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