Private School Courses
Elementary
K-6
JAA-Online Private School courses are offered live in grade level Zoom classrooms – see Flexibility.
K
Kindergarten
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in English language arts, history, classic literature, and science studies. Logic of English and New American Cursive is the curriculum used for English language arts. Core Knowledge is the curriculum used in history and science. Classic literature is composed of classic childhood tales, fairy tales, stories and chapter books that align with the Academy’s core values.
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in math and how to think and wonder like a mathematician using the Singapore Math Method. Think!Mathematics is the curriculum used in this course. Our approach in teaching math is exploratory and builds foundational number sense and algebraic thinking.
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In this course, scholars are introduced to the Latin language through song, stories, and art. Content designed by the University of Dallas is the curriculum used in this course.
1st
First Grade
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in English language arts, history, classic literature, and science studies. Logic of English and New American Cursive is the curriculum used for English language arts. Core Knowledge is the curriculum used in history and science. Classic literature is composed of classic childhood tales, fairy tales, stories and chapter books that align with the Academy’s core values. Prerequisite:
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in math and how to think and wonder like a mathematician using the Singapore Math Method. Think!Mathematics is the curriculum used in this course. Our approach in teaching math is exploratory and builds foundational number sense and algebraic thinking.
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In this course, scholars are introduced to the Latin language through song, stories, and art. Content designed by the University of Dallas is the curriculum used in this course.
2nd
Second Grade
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in English language arts, history, classic literature, and science studies. Logic of English and New American Cursive is the curriculum used for English language arts. Core Knowledge is the curriculum used in history and science. Classic literature is composed of beloved childhood classic books that align with the Academy’s core values.
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in math and how to think and wonder like a mathematician using the Singapore Math Method. Think!Mathematics is the curriculum used in this course. Our approach to teaching math is exploratory and builds a foundational understanding of number operations and algebraic thinking.
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In this course, scholars are introduced to the Latin language through song, stories, and art. Content designed by the University of Dallas is the curriculum used in this course.
3rd
Third Grade
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in English language arts, history, and classic literature. Logic of English and New American Cursive is the curriculum used for English language arts. Core Knowledge and primary sources are the curriculum used in history. Classic literature is composed of beloved childhood classic books that align with the Academy’s core values.
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in math and how to think and wonder like a mathematician using the Singapore Math Method. Think!Mathematics is the curriculum used in this course. Our approach to teaching math is exploratory and builds a foundational understanding of number operations and algebraic thinking.
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in science and how to think and wonder like a scientist. Core Knowledge is the curriculum used in this course.
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In this course, scholars are introduced to the Latin language through song, stories, and art. Content designed by the University of Dallas is the curriculum used in this course.
4th
Fourth Grade
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Scholars recite the Pledge of Allegiance, recite the Academy’s 10 core values, sing a patriotic song, and discuss a quote. They learn about our American heritage, our John Adams Academy core values, and what it means to be a servant leader. Scholars develop relationships with their peers and mentors through activities that build a robust classroom culture.
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in English language arts, history, and classic literature. Well Ordered Language is the grammar curriculum used. Writing and Rhetoric is the writing curriculum used along with New American Cursive for English language arts. Core Knowledge and primary sources are the curriculum used in history. Classic literature is composed of beloved childhood classic books that align with the Academy’s core values.
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in math and how to think and wonder like a mathematician using the Singapore Math Method. Think!Mathematics is the curriculum used in this course. Our approach to teaching math is exploratory and builds a foundational understanding of number operations and algebraic thinking.
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in science and how to think and wonder like a scientist. Mentors use Envision Science and biographical studies in building their own content.
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In this course, scholars are introduced to the Latin language through song, stories, and art. Content designed by the University of Dallas is the curriculum used in this course.
5th
Fifth Grade
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Scholars recite the Pledge of Allegiance, recite the Academy’s 10 core values, sing a patriotic song, and discuss a quote. They learn about our American heritage, our John Adams Academy core values and what it means to be a servant leader. Scholars develop relationships with their peers and mentors through activities that build a robust classroom culture.
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in English language arts, history, and classic literature. Well Ordered Language is the grammar curriculum used. Writing and Rhetoric is the writing curriculum used along with New American Cursive for English language arts. Core Knowledge and primary sources are the curriculum used in history. Classic literature is composed of beloved childhood classic books that align with the Academy’s core values.
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in math and how to think and wonder like a mathematician using the Singapore Math Method. Think!Mathematics is the curriculum used in this course. Our approach to teaching math is exploratory and builds a foundational understanding of number operations and algebraic thinking.
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in science and how to think and wonder like a scientist. Mentors use Envision Science and biographical studies in building their own content.
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In this course, scholars are introduced to the Latin language through song, stories, and art. Content designed by the University of Dallas is the curriculum used in this course.
6th
Sixth Grade
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Scholars recite the Pledge of Allegiance, recite the Academy’s 10 core values, sing a patriotic song, and discuss a quote. They learn about our American heritage, our John Adams Academy core values, and what it means to be a servant leader. Scholars develop relationships with their peers and mentors through activities that build a robust classroom culture.
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In this course, scholars learn foundational knowledge in English language arts, history, and classic literature. Well Ordered Language and Writing and Rhetoric is the writing curriculum used for English language arts. Core Knowledge and primary sources are the curriculum used in history. Classic literature is composed of beloved classic books that align with the Academy’s core values.
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In this course, scholars study grade-appropriate mathematical concepts and learn how to think and wonder like a mathematician using the Singapore Math Method. Dimensions is the curriculum used in this course. Our approach to teaching math is exploratory and builds a conceptual and concrete understanding of grade-level content.
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In this course, scholars study grade-level NGS (New Generation Science) science content and learn how to think and wonder like a scientist. Mentors use Envision Science and biographical studies in building their own content.
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In this course, scholars are introduced to the Latin language. Mentors use Lingua Latina in building their own content.