Grades 1-2
Grades 1-2
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Grades 1-2 at SWS
Grades 1-2 at SWS
Grades 1 and 2 at SWS build on the strong foundation established in Kindergarten. Students continue developing bilingual and bi-literate skills through our dual-language immersion model while growing into confident, independent learners.
Students develop stronger literacy, numeracy, and critical thinking skills as they become more independent learners.
Our looping model means students benefit from the same Spanish and English teachers for two consecutive years, creating consistency, trust, and deeper academic support.
Academic Foundations
Academic Foundations
Strengthening reading and writing skills in both Spanish and English
Growing vocabulary and oral fluency in Spanish immersion
Building comprehension, inferencing skills, and writing stamina
Developing math fluency with addition and subtraction strategies
Applying mathematical reasoning through word problems and manipulatives
Expanding science and social studies knowledge through Core Knowledge content
Inside Our Grades 1–2 Curriculum
Inside Our Grades 1–2 Curriculum
Spanish Language Arts (Maravillas)
Spanish Language Arts (Maravillas)
Formal phonics and syllable patterns (direct instruction and practice)
Reading fluency with fiction and nonfiction texts
Writing complete sentences and short paragraphs
Grammar, spelling, and vocabulary development in Spanish
Oral presentation, retelling, and partner reading activities
English Literacy Foundations
English Literacy Foundations
(English is not a full language arts block, but students receive systematic English literacy instruction.)
Explicit phonics and spelling (Science of Reading, Words Their Way, Spelling Secret Stories)
High-frequency words and English decoding practice
Reading comprehension through science and history lessons
Structured English writing integrated through content areas
Math (Math in Focus – Singapore Model)
Math (Math in Focus – Singapore Model)
Addition and subtraction within 100 (1st) and 1,000 (2nd)
Mental math strategies and number sense development
Place value, regrouping, and multi-step problem solving
Measurement, time, money, and data representation
Concept-based learning using manipulatives and visual models
Science & Social Studies (Core Knowledge)
Science & Social Studies (Core Knowledge)
Hands-on experiments, observations, and vocabulary-rich lessons
Grade-level cultural studies, history, geography, and civics
Scientific inquiry: predicting, recording, analyzing, and presenting findings
Social and School Readiness Skills
Social and School Readiness Skills
Working independently and in cooperative groups
Increasing stamina for reading, writing, and math tasks
Problem-solving and flexible thinking
Taking responsibility for materials and routines
Respectful communication in both Spanish and English
Confidence expressing ideas across subjects and languages
Specialist Classes
Students also attend weekly specialist classes:
Music, Art, PE, and Character Education
A Look at a Grades 1–2 Day
A Look at a Grades 1–2 Day
Spanish Immersion Block: reading, writing, grammar, math (grade 1 only), and science (grade 2)
English Block: spelling, phonics, history & geography, and structured writing and math (grade 2)
Hands-on centers and small-group instruction
Outdoor play and SEL-focused activities
Art, music, and thematic projects throughout the year
Grades 1–2 Readiness at SWS
Grades 1–2 Readiness at SWS
Students thrive in our program when they can:
Work with increasing independence
Participate in multi-step academic tasks
Sustain attention during reading, writing, and math lessons
Demonstrate foundational phonics knowledge in at least one language
Engage respectfully with peers and teachers
Show curiosity, flexibility, and willingness to persevere
No prior Spanish experience is required for students entering 1st grade.
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