Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Grades 1 & 2
At Manheim Christian Day School, we provide a strong literacy program that builds reading, writing, phonemic awareness, and word study. Our math programs include mental math, daily reviews, and the use of manipulatives for problem-solving and concept exploration. Primary students will learn life, earth and physical science, social studies, and spiritual principles introduced through bible stories, memory verses, daily devotions, and prayer.
Primary
Intermediate
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Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
Grade 1
Grade 2
Specials
Fun Fridays
Afternoon Club
PRE-KINDERGARTEN
Pre-Kindergarten Programs:
Monday/Wednesday:
9:00 am – 2:40 Pm
Tuesday/Thursday:
9:00 am – 2:40 pm
Overview of
Pre-Kindergarten programs:
Introduction to reading, writing and phonemic awareness
(Letter and sound association)
Mathematical concept awareness
Fine/large motor skill development
Daily Calendar awareness
Learning through play
Learn about God, themselves and the world
Develop positive social skills
Wendy Harley
Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Mon/Wed & Tue/Thur
Christie Nissley
Pre-K Aide
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Sharon Ginder
Pre-K Aide
FUN FRIDAYS
OVERVIEW OF THE FUN FRIDAY PROGRAM:
Letter-themed days that compliment what is being learned in Pre-K
Field Trips
Science and nature experiences
Bible stories & lessons
Guided free play
Hot lunch available
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FUN FRIDAY PROGRAM:
Fun Fridays (Enrichment Program):
9:00 aM – 2:40 pm
Trish White
Fun Friday Teacher
Jen Kosydar
Fun Friday Aide
KINDERGARTEN
Kindergarten Programs:
3 Day Kindergarten
Mon/Wed/Fri
5 day kindergarten
MONDay–Friday
Jean Peachey
3 Day Kindergarten Teacher
Mon/Wed/Fri
Jordi Gawne
5 Day Kindergarten Teacher
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MATH – Math Expressions
(Houghton Mifflin Harcourt)
Emphasis on number sense
Includes: addition, subtraction, greater than/less than, numeral recognition, geometric shapes, problem solving
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BIBLE – A Time of Wonder
(Journeys With God)
Emphasizes biblical stories as a whole and applies biblical truths to their personal lives
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SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES
As it integrates into weekly themes
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Cherry Crest Adventure Farm – explore the farm and take a wagon ride
Hershey Gardens – guided tour through the Children’s Garden and time to explore the full gardens
Typical Field Trips:
Reading Buddies – once a week reading time with Second Grade
Pumpkin Exploration Day
Gingerbread Houses
Seuss Days – two week theme with a special day of celebration
Themed STEM activities
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Special Projects and Events:
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SCIENCE & SOCIAL STUDIES
As it integrates into weekly themes
BIBLE – A Time of Wonder (Journeys With God)
Emphasizes biblical stories as a whole and applies biblical truths to their personal lives
MATH – Math Expressions (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt)
Emphasis on number sense
Includes: addition, subtraction, greater than/less than, numeral recognition, geometric shapes, problem solving
WRITING – Kid Writing
Emphasis on hearing sounds in words
Learn beginner writing skills
Students participate in different forms of writing: informational, opinion, and personal narratives
READING
Reading Street (Scott Foresman); Project Read; Primary Phonics
Emphasis on early literacy skills, including reading beginning level books
Includes: phonics, sight word recognition, vocabulary, phonemic awareness
Sing, Sign, and Read: learn to sign the letters of the alphabet and corresponding words through song
Curriculum:
Sharon Ginder
Kindergarten Aide
Kindergarten Aide
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FIRST GRADE
First grade:
Julia Nolt
1st Grade Teacher
READING
Wonders (McGraw Hill)
Emphasis on Comprehension, Accuracy, Fluency and Expanding Vocabulary
Includes: Spelling, Phonics, Language, Writing Workshop and Handwriting
Daily 5 Program: Read to Self, Read to Someone, Word Work Centers, Work on Writing and Listen to Reading
Curriculum:
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MATH
My Math (McGraw Hill)
Emphasis on addition fluency to sums of 20
Includes daily math stations to reinforce: addition and subtraction strategies, problem solving, number sense to 120, introduction to money, time, measurement, fractions and 2-D, 3-D shapes
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SCIENCE
Emphasis on Life, Earth and Physical Sciences
Includes: Plant life, Animal groups, Weather and Sky, Landforms, Caring for Resources, Matter, Simple Machines and Energy
SOCIAL STUDIES
All Together (Pearson Education, Inc.)
Emphasis on Our Community, Our Country and Our World
Includes: Community Helpers, Star Citizens, Where do I live?
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BIBLE
In the Family of God (Journeys with God)
Emphasis on The Beginning: Creation and The Founding Family (Abraham – Moses)
Jesus: Birth, Miracles, Parables, Resurrection and Great Commission
Includes: Advent Activities, Peacemaking skills, and Christians Around the World Unit
Bible Memory with practical application – My ABC Bible Verses: Hiding God’s Word in Little Hearts by Susan Hunt
Reading Buddies weekly with both 4th graders and Pre-Kindergarteners
Operation Christmas Child Mission’s Project with 4th grade buddies- raise money, shop for gifts and pack boxes for Operation Christmas Child.
Johnny Appleseed Week, Grandparents Day, 100 Day Festivities, Bear Hibernation Day
Poetry Festival – each 1st and 2nd grade student memorizes and recites a poem for parent audience
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Special Projects and Events:
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Flinchbaugh’s Farm and Orchard
The North Museum and Planetarium
That Fish Place and The Dutch Apple Children’s Dinner Theatre
Typical Field Trips:
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Olivia Shenk
1st Grade Aide
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SECOND GRADE
SECOND grade:
Jennifer Christner
2nd Grade Teacher
READING
Reading Street (Pearson Education, Inc.)
Emphasis on word recognition, fluency, and comprehension
Includes: Spelling, Phonics, Vocabulary, Language, Writing and Handwriting
Curriculum:
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MATH
My Math (McGraw Hill)
Emphasis on subtraction
Includes: addition and subtraction with and without regrouping, numbers to one thousand, money, time, and measurement
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SCIENCE
A Closer Look (Macmillian/McGraw Hill)
Emphasis on Life, Earth and Physical Sciences, and STEM
Includes: Life cycles, habitats, weather, magnets, simple machines and creation care
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SOCIAL STUDIES
Exploring Who We Are (McGraw Hill)
Emphasis on Communities, History, and Government
Includes: Community Helpers, landforms, 50 states, pioneers and biographies
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BIBLE
A Place to Belong (Journeys with God)
Emphasis on Moses to the Promised Land and Jesus’ birth to Resurrection
Includes: Ten Commandments, Twelve disciples, Lord’s Prayer, and the Great Commission
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Makerspace – weekly challenges using paper, cardboard, paper towel rolls, newspaper, pipe cleaners, k’nex, snap cubes, etc.
Reading Buddies – once a week read to Kindergartners
Trucker Buddy Pen Pal – monthly writing correspondence with a Trucker Buddy through truckerbuddy. org
Poetry Festival – each student memorizes and recites a poem
Animal Reports – using a structured framework, each student writes about one animal
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Special Projects and Events:
Middle Creek Wildlife – learn about mammals and take a hike
MCC Material Resource Center and Ten Thousand Villages – opportunities to help people in other countries
Zoo America – observe and learn about North American animals
Typical Field Trips:
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Brandi Pidcock
2nd Grade Aide
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