Mater Academy Biscayne
Programs & Curriculum
PreK 3 & PreK 4
Welcome to Preschool! The academic program at Brightstar is designed to develop the whole child. Keeping in mind that learning for children ages 3-4 often takes place through play. Instead of focusing on academic measures alone, BrightStar takes a holistic approach to education, redefining how schools measure success. This approach empowers educators with effective practices and tools to:
Teach LEADERSHIP to every student,
Create a CULTURE of student empowerment,
and align systems to drive results in ACADEMICS.
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Which is why BrightStar chose to use Frog Street Pre-k, a comprehensive, research-based curriculum that integrates instruction across developmental domains and is aligned to state and national standards. The cornerstones of the curriculum include:
· Integrated lessons with a defined scope and sequence of instruction
· Social-emotional development using Conscious Discipline® strategies
· Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all learners including English Language
Learners and children with special needs
· A joyful approach to learning
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Literacy
BrighStar Early Learning Center utilizes the Frog Street Pre-K learning program. All literacy instruction is based on the National Early Literacy Report to ensure a strong foundation for reading skills.
The Frog Street Pre-K literacy library includes books in both big book and small book formats with listening library CDs. The program is made up of a variety of literature genres:
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Personal narratives
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Predictable texts
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Informational text
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Nonfiction
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Classics
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Fiction
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Poetry
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Fantasy
Science & Math
Frog Street Pre-K provides purposeful, engaging math investigations with lessons focused on National Council of Teachers of Mathematics focal points and connections:
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Number and Operations
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Geometry and Spatial Awareness
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Measurement
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Classification and Patterning
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Data Collection and Analysis.
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The Science Library and science manipulatives give our scholars the opportunity to ask questions, observe and compare.
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Citizenship & Character
BrightStar Learning Center believes that creating good citizens with character starts at a very early age. To facilitate that learning we utilize The Leader in Me Program. The program provides students with a model and process that addresses common challenges that are unique to students during these formative years. Student Leadership Students at Leader in Me schools are developing the mindsets, behaviors, and skills to be effective lifelong leaders. Family Involvement Leader in Me provides our students’ families with the information, training, and school resources which empower them to be supportive partners in the development of their child’s social-emotional learning.
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Thematic Teaching Guides
Frog Street Pre-K includes nine thematic guides offering 180 days of instruction for a full-year program. Each guide features:
• 5-day lesson plan for each week
• Easy-to-follow lessons for whole group, small group and center activities
• Appendix with all the resources needed for instruction
• Weekly learning centers including technology and outdoor learning
Adaptations for Young Learners meets the needs of younger children
Music
BrightStar Learning Center considers music to ignite all areas of child development and skills for school readiness, including intellectual, social-emotional, motor, language, and overall literacy. It helps the body and the mind work together. Exposing our scholars to music during early development helps them learn the sounds and meanings of words.
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Be prepared for your child's first day at BrightStar
Once you’re enrolled with us, we’ll help you get prepared for a fabulous first day. Find a list of what to expect, who you’ll meet, and what to bring.