activities · 18
what they do
direct service · 17
- Facilitate Parent and Community EngagementSupports academic, social, and emotional growth of students through classroom volunteering and participation in school events. The organization also reinforces student learning at home by supporting homework and promoting a positive attitude toward education, operating an educational program founded on shared responsibility among the school, parents, community, and students.
- Facilitating After-School Clubs Student Enrichment & Extracurricular ProgramsOffers various after-school clubs to students, including an on-site garden, fine arts, and fitness clubs, to provide additional enrichment opportunities.
- Offering Arts and Music Education Youth Multidisciplinary Arts EducationProvides art and music education in every grade (K-6), which includes concerts, performances, art shows, and interactive art history.
- Offering Arts and Music Education Youth Multidisciplinary Arts EducationProvides art and music education in every grade (K-6), which includes organizing concerts, performances, art shows, and interactive art history experiences for students.
- Offering Extended Care for Preschool Students Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsProvides Morning Care, Nooncats (afternoon program), and After-school care from 3-5 PM for enrolled preschool students.
- Operate a Charter School Charter & Alternative School OperationOperates a Preschool and Elementary Charter School, offering tuition-free half-day kindergarten and grades 1-6, as well as tuition-based PreK and full-day kindergarten. The school employs experienced teachers and maintains a low student-to-teacher ratio with two full-time professional teachers in every classroom.
- Operate a Science Lab and Related ProgramsOperates a Science Lab where students can learn about and care for over 80 different species of animals, insects, and reptiles. The school also offers an after-school Animal Club and summer Science Lab Camp.
- Operating a K-6 Charter School Charter & Alternative School OperationOperates a tuition-free charter school offering half-day kindergarten and grades 1-6, utilizing the Core Knowledge curriculum, SuperKids reading program, and Singapore Math. The school employs two full-time teachers per classroom and incorporates character education through its Daily Core Virtues curriculum.
- Operating a K-6 Charter School Charter & Alternative School OperationOperates a tuition-free charter school offering half-day kindergarten and grades 1st-6th, utilizing the Core Knowledge curriculum, SuperKids reading program, and Singapore Math. The school employs two full-time professional teachers per classroom and incorporates Core Virtues lessons and character education.
- Operating a Preschool Program Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsOffers tuition-based preschool programs for 3-year-olds and a PreK "Kinder Prep" program, with options for various schedules. This includes full-day kindergarten and associated care programs like Morning Care, Nooncats, and After-school care for enrolled preschool students.
- Organizing After-School Clubs Student Enrichment & Extracurricular ProgramsOffers various after-school clubs, including an on-site garden, fine arts, and fitness activities.
- Organizing School Events and Activities Student Milestone Celebration EventsOrganizes various school events and activities to support student and parent engagement, including "Meet the Teacher" events, Curriculum Nights, school picture days, Open House events, PreK Conferences, and a 6th Grade Graduation ceremony.
- Provide Academic Curriculum and Programs Charter & Alternative School OperationProvides a comprehensive curriculum including the Core Knowledge curriculum in all grades, Core Virtues lessons for character education, the SuperKids phonics-based reading program, and Singapore Math for K-6 students. The school also offers art and music education in every grade, including concerts, performances, art shows, and interactive art history.
- Provide Extended Care and After-School Programs Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsProvides Morning Care, Nooncats (afternoon program), and After-school care from 3-5 PM for enrolled preschool students. Additionally, the school offers various after-school clubs, including an on-site garden, fine arts, and fitness.
- Providing Early Childhood Education Child Care & Early Learning ProgramsOffers tuition-based PreK and full-day kindergarten programs, including options for 3-year-olds on various schedules and a PreK "Kinder Prep" program. These programs are supported by experienced kindergarten teachers and incorporate the Core Knowledge curriculum and Core Virtues lessons.
- Providing Science Education and Animal CareProvides students with regular visits to a Science Lab featuring over 80 different species of animals, insects, and reptiles for learning and care. The program also offers an after-school Animal Club and summer Science Lab Camp.
- Providing Science Education with Live AnimalsOffers regular visits to a Science Lab where students learn about and care for over 80 different species of animals, insects, and reptiles. The program also includes an after-school Animal Club and summer Science Lab Camp.
capacity building · 1
- Facilitating Parent and Community Engagement Parent & Family Engagement ProgramsSupports academic, social, and emotional growth of students through classroom volunteering, participation in school events, and reinforcing student learning at home. The organization also hosts events like "Meet the Teacher," Curriculum Nights, Open Houses, and PreK Conferences to foster shared responsibility among the school, parents, and community.
strategies · 19
how they think
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- Active learning and movement breaks active learningThe organization intentionally incorporates learning time with breaks for movement in its Kindergarten schedule to accommodate the needs of active young learners and enhance engagement.
- Active learning with movement breaks to accommodate young learners active_learningThe organization intentionally incorporates movement breaks into the Kindergarten class schedule to accommodate the active nature of young learners and enhance their engagement.
- Experiential and play-based learning experiential_learningThe organization provides diverse opportunities for experiential learning and creative expression through hands-on curriculum, special programs, and a play-based approach to academic learning to foster curiosity, creativity, and confidence.
- Experiential and play-based learning for engagement and creative expression experiential_learningThe organization provides hands-on curriculum, special programs, and a play-based approach to academic learning to foster curiosity, creativity, confidence, and diverse opportunities for experiential learning.
- Fostering student success through collaborative family-school partnerships family-school collaborationThe organization believes that strong partnerships among parents, educators, and students, facilitated by open communication and active engagement, are crucial for student success and a supportive academic environment.
- Fostering student success through collaborative family-school partnerships family-school collaborationThe organization believes that strong collaborative partnerships among parents, educators, and students, characterized by open communication and active engagement, are crucial for student success and a supportive academic environment.
- Holistic student development holistic_student_developmentThe organization focuses on developing students holistically, blending academic readiness with social-emotional development, character education, and fostering skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, entrepreneurship, teamwork, communication, and emotional regulation.
- Holistic student development holistic_student_developmentThe organization focuses on developing well-rounded students by blending academic readiness with social-emotional development, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, entrepreneurial skills, and character development.
- Holistic student development encompassing academic, social-emotional, and character growth holistic_student_developmentThe organization focuses on developing students holistically, blending academic readiness with social-emotional development, fostering entrepreneurial thinking, critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and character development through a "Whole Child" education approach.
- Individualized and differentiated education individualized_educationThe organization optimizes each child's potential by delivering individually structured education and pacing learning to individual abilities, moving beyond standardized test scores.
- Individualized and differentiated education individualized_educationThe organization aims to optimize each child's potential by delivering individually structured education and pacing learning to individual abilities, moving beyond standardized test scores.
- Individualized and paced education for optimal student potential individualized_educationThe organization delivers individually structured education and leverages its charter school flexibility to pace learning according to each student's abilities, aiming to optimize their potential beyond standardized test scores.
- Integrated and foundational curriculum for comprehensive knowledge and skill building integrated_curriculumThe organization integrates specific curricula (Singapore Math, Superkids Reading, Core Knowledge & Virtues) and standards-based approaches to build foundational skills in reading, writing, and math, ensuring cumulative knowledge and character development across grade levels.
- Integrated and foundational curriculum for comprehensive learning integrated_curriculumThe organization utilizes an integrated curriculum that combines specific programs like Singapore Math and Superkids Reading with Core Knowledge and Standards Based Curriculums to build foundational academic skills, foster mathematical mastery, literacy excellence, and character development cumulatively across grade levels.
- Integrated and foundational curriculum for comprehensive learning integrated_curriculumThe organization utilizes an integrated curriculum, including specific programs like Singapore Math and Core Knowledge, to provide a foundational approach to academics, build knowledge and skills cumulatively, and foster mathematical mastery, literacy excellence, and character development.
- Nurturing and active learning environment nurturing environmentThe organization provides a warm, caring, and small-school environment that intentionally incorporates movement breaks into the schedule to accommodate active young learners and foster social skill development.
- Small class sizes and team teaching for a close-knit and supportive learning environment small_class_sizeThe organization maintains a low student-teacher ratio with two teachers per classroom, creating a close-knit, nurturing environment that supports social skill development and individualized attention.
- Small class sizes and team teaching for a close-knit learning environment small_class_sizeThe organization maintains a low student-teacher ratio and employs an innovative team teaching model with two full-time professional teachers per classroom to ensure a close-knit, nurturing learning environment.
- Small class sizes and team teaching for a close-knit learning environment small_class_sizeThe organization maintains a low student-teacher ratio and employs an innovative team teaching model with two full-time professional teachers per classroom to ensure a close-knit, nurturing learning environment and individualized attention.
named programs · 8
what they call their work
After-School Clubs
Rotating array of extracurricular clubs including fine arts, fitness, garden, and makerspace for students of all ages.
Core Knowledge Curriculum
Research-based, content-rich curriculum that builds foundational knowledge across subjects including history, science, and literature, used from Kindergarten through 6th grade.
Core Virtues Character Education
Monthly character education program focusing on virtues such as respect, responsibility, and perseverance through literature and classroom discussion.
Extended Care Programs
Optional morning care (7–9 AM), Nooncats (12–3 PM), and after-school care (3–5 PM) for enrolled students.
Preschool and PreK Programs
Tuition-based early childhood programs for 3-year-olds and PreK "Kinder Prep" with play-based learning, small class sizes, and access to specialty programs.
Science Lab
Hands-on science program featuring over 80 species of animals, insects, and reptiles; includes classroom visits, after-school Animal Club, and summer camp.
Singapore Math
Math curriculum emphasizing conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and mastery of foundational math skills.
SuperKids Reading Program
Phonics-based literacy curriculum designed to build strong reading and comprehension skills in early learners.
relationships · 5
who they work with
- Core Knowledge Partner — Uses Core Knowledge curriculum in all grades, including Kindergarten.
- Core Virtues Partner — Uses Core Virtues lessons in its Kindergarten curriculum to develop the whole child.
- Edlio Government — Provides website platform and login services for Benchmark School
- community Partner — Engages the community as a partner in the educational process
- parents Partner — Collaborates with parents as part of a shared educational responsibility