Curriculum/Programs:


Academic Curriculum and Instructional Standards

Atlantic Montessori Charter Schools adhere to the Florida B.E.S.T. Standards for English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics, and the NGSSS (Next Generation Sunshine State Standards) for Science and Social Studies.

Our core curriculum materials include:

  • ELA (English Language Arts): HMH Into Reading
  • Mathematics: Envision Florida B.E.S.T. Mathematics by SAVVAS

Daily Instructional Schedule

Students’ academic days are structured to ensure comprehensive learning across subjects:

  • 90 minutes of daily reading instruction
  • 60 minutes of daily math instruction
  • 60 minutes of daily science and social studies instruction
  • 45 minutes of specials (art, music, PE, etc.)
  • 60 minutes of weekly computer-based learning

Supplemental Learning Programs

In addition to core curriculum materials, we utilize a variety of educational programs to support differentiated instruction:

  • iStation for Reading and Math
  • Generation Genius for Science
  • CPALMS for Science and Social Studies

These supplemental programs provide personalized learning opportunities that further enhance students’ understanding and engagement.

Student Progression

Atlantic Montessori Charter Schools follow the Student Progression Plan of the School District of Broward County. To learn more about student progression, please click the link below to view the official plan.

Curriculum

English Language Arts

Core instructional materials are among the most important resources educators use in the classroom to enhance student learning. It is crucial that these materials fully align with state standards—defining what students are expected to learn and be able to do by the end of each grade level—and that they are of high quality to provide meaningful instructional support.

The comprehensive core curriculum used by Broward Schools ensures that students gain knowledge and skills systematically through reading, writing, speaking, listening, and thinking. Our core curriculum is aligned with the established body of research on the Science of Reading and integrates high-impact teaching and learning practices throughout.

The adopted instructional materials are an integral part of the District’s Elementary Curriculum, supporting both academic rigor and student success.

Science

Broward County Public Schools utilizes STEMscopes as the core instructional resource for Science. This resource is fully aligned with the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science and follows the 5E model of instruction. STEMscopes provides students with classroom experiences that connect to real-world phenomena and offers opportunities to engage in authentic science practices.

Our elementary students learn science using the 5E model, a student-led, inquiry-based learning method. In this model, the teacher acts as a facilitator, guiding students through their questions and investigations. This approach allows students to arrive at a deep understanding of fundamental scientific concepts through active exploration and critical thinking.

Mathematics

Broward County Public Schools’ mathematics instructional materials are designed to help students build conceptual understanding, develop procedural fluency, strengthen recall with automaticity, and promote higher-order thinking skills through meaningful problem-solving investigations. These materials are strategically structured to deliver benchmark-based math lessons in three stages: exploration, procedural reliability, and procedural fluency.

The goal is to deepen student understanding by utilizing the Concrete-Representational-Abstract (C-R-A) Instructional Sequence, which ensures a gradual progression from hands-on learning to abstract mathematical concepts. Focused instruction emphasizes coherence, connecting concepts within each grade level as well as across grade levels. This approach helps students establish strong mathematical foundations, including a solid understanding of key concepts, a high level of procedural skill and fluency, and the ability to apply their mathematical knowledge to solve problems both in and outside the classroom.

Social Studies

Broward County Public Schools utilizes instructional materials that are fully aligned with the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Social Studies. The Elementary Social Studies curriculum incorporates state-required statutes, focusing on key areas such as:

  • The Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the Bill of Rights
  • Florida’s Constitution
  • Early U.S. history
  • Patriotism and Flag Education
  • The History of Florida
  • Age-appropriate lessons on the history of the Holocaust

These materials ensure that students gain a comprehensive understanding of foundational historical and civic concepts while meeting state educational requirements.

BCPS Elementary Learning Page

https://www.browardschools.com/Page/34307

https://web01.browardschools.com/sbbcpolicies/docs/Policy%204000.pdf