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Kindergarten through Fifth Grade
Regular assemblies are a tradition at Viewpoint, and represent an integral part of the curriculum in Primary and Lower School. This time of coming together and sharing not only reinforces the idea that students belong to a community in which they should take pride, but also it offers opportunities for students to develop and practice their public speaking and performing skills.
In Primary and Lower School, a different class is responsible for hosting and performing at each event. Traditions include the Pledge of Allegiance, patriotic song, the alma mater, and nondenominational prayer, as well as remarks from the Divisional Head and Headmaster. In addition, classes responsible for hosting and contributing prepare with their teachers to share their classroom experiences through skits, songs, dances, or poetry, all incorporated within the theme of each particular assembly.
Children quickly become comfortable speaking and making presentations to an audience of their peers, teachers, and parents. Their fellow students as spectators learn the value of what it means to be an engaged audience, to listen politely to the performance, and to show appreciation for the performers’ hard work and preparation. As a sign of respect for this important regular community event, students wear more formal assembly dress uniforms.
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Kindergarten through Fifth Grade
Anderson Enrichment Opportunities offers a program of afterschool activities to all students in Primary and Lower Schools beginning the first full week of school. The workshops may include karate, science, chess, music, and sports. These vary depending upon enrollment. There is an additional fee for these activities. |
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(Grades 1 and 2 only)
The Suzuki Method of Instrumental Music Instruction was developed more than 40 years ago by the late Dr. Shinichi Suzuki. Dr. Suzuki’s method applies the basic principles of language acquisition to the
learning of music. Using this method, parents are involved in the musical learning of their child just as they are when a child learns to talk.
- Suzuki violin, viola, or cello lessons
- Weekly, semi-private ½ hour lessons, with a limit of three students per class
- A parent for each student MUST be present at each lesson
- Students must rent or purchase their own instruments
- Books and CDs will be provided to the students
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(Grades 3 and 4 only)
Viewpoint School is very happy to offer Traditional Beginning String Lessons to Third and Fourth Grade students. These group lessons are held before or after school. In addition to regular class attendance, students are expected to complete daily practice on their chosen instrument at home.
- Traditional violin, viola, cello, or bass lessons
- Weekly, semi-private ½ hour lessons, with a limit of five students per class
- Parents are not required to attend lessons, but are always welcome
- Students must rent or purchase their own instruments
- Books will be provided to the students
Students who are not available before or after school, will still have the opportunity to begin string instruction in Fifth Grade, when the instrumental music program is part of the regular school day. |
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Fourth Grade
The Math Team meets regularly during the school day, engaging in games and contests that support their study of math at this level. |
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Third through Fifth Grades
Lower School Chorus is open to all Third through Fifth Grade students who love to sing. Detailed information on Afterschool Chorus is sent home shortly after the start of the school year. A variety of musical pieces are taught and students have the opportunity to perform during the school year. |
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Third through Fifth Grades
Lower School Dance Club is open to all Third through Fifth Grade students who love to dance. Detailed information on Afterschool dance is sent home shortly after the start of the school year. A variety of dances are taught and students have the opportunity to perform during the school year. |
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First and Second Grades
Primary School Chorus is open to all First and Second Grade students who love to sing. Detailed information on Afterschool Chorus is sent home shortly after the start of the school year. A variety of musical pieces are taught and students have the opportunity to perform during the school year. |
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First and Second Grades
Primary School Dance Club is open to all First and Second Grade students who love to dance. Detailed information on Afterschool dance is sent home shortly after the start of the school year. A variety of dances are taught and students have the opportunity to perform during the school year. |
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In Lower School, the Student Action Committee provides students with the opportunity to practice leadership skills while performing service activities on Viewpoint’s campus. Each semester, students are elected by their peers to serve as Lower School Representatives.
Some of their responsibilities include: participating in projects that help beautify the Primary and Lower School grounds, raising funds for charities by sponsoring ice cream sundae and bake sales, and collecting literature for Book Ends.
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