Curriculum & Instruction
Outstanding curriculum and instruction is a top priority of the Rincon Valley Union School District. Staff work to meet the individual needs of each student, including both lower performing and gifted learners. The curriculum taught throughout the District supports student learning and achievement by providing an academic foundation emphasizing critical thinking and the mastery of basic skills within a challenging curriculum.

All curriculum is selected based upon evaluation and selection of current and rigorous instructional materials which support all students in their learning. Evaluation of programs and assessment of student learning takes place annually. Teachers at all schools are provided with the same core instructional materials, staff development, and assessment tools. This consistency and continuity affords the district the opportunity to carefully evaluate programs and student learning.

Student achievement is regularly assessed and progress toward established targets monitored. Students not meeting academic targets receive additional support through a system of tiered interventions designed to maximize resources and ensure success.

Core Curriculum
The basic instructional programs we use are:

• Language Arts: Macmillan/ McGraw-Hill California Treasures 2010: Reading
  
• Mathematics: Scott Foresman California Math
  
• Science: Grades K-5: Harcourt Science; Grade 6: Holt Earth Sciences
  
• Social Studies (Gr. K-5): Scott Foresman Social Studies
  • Grade 6: TCI - History Alive! The Ancient World

Supplemental Curriculum
Programs we use to extend the core curriculum and to meet students' unique needs include:

• Waterford Early Reading
  
• Accelerated Reader
  

Additional Programs