Elementary
Elementary: Kindergarten-5th Grade
Grand View Christian School is pleased to partner with parents who desire a faith-based biblical worldview education for their child. These are the years of development that begin to structure a foundation for future learning and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Kindergarten through 5th grade curriculum focuses on the fundamental learning essentials in the core academic disciplines. The curriculum is designed with predominately faith-based curriculum resources. Biblical integration is included in all instruction. The elementary curriculum includes:
Bible and Weekly Chapel
Reading (Phonetic)
Math
Social Studies
Science
Health
Art
Physical Education
Technology: Keyboarding, Coding, K-1st grade have technology centers, 4th-5th grade have 1:1 laptops
Language Arts: Grammar, Writing, Spelling, Speaking, Listening
Beginning Band and Elementary Band
Library
All teachers are licensed by the Iowa Department of Education and are skilled in Biblical integration. Kindergarten through 5th grade is an accredited nonpublic private elementary school program through the Iowa Department of Education.
Literacy assessments are conducted 3 times a year to monitor reading skills and comprehension. Iowa Assessments are administered for annual grade level achievement. Parent Conferences are available bi-annually and as needed. Special Services are available to GVCS through Heartland AEA for screenings in speech, hearing, or other areas of development.
All elementary classes have enrichment activities that include field trips, visiting class speakers, Christian service projects, seasonal celebrations, and fine arts performances.