Central Charter School

Central Charter School follows the standards and objectives stated in the Language Arts Florida Standards, Mathematics Florida Standards and the Science and Social Studies Next Generation Sunshine State Standards. The curriculum encompasses the core subject areas of Reading, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies. In addition, we offer classes in Spanish, Art, Music, Technology and Physical Education.

Students are instructed in reading, mathematics, language arts, social studies, science, and computer science. In addition, classes are offered in physical education, music, art, and life skills. Instruction is also provided in the area of technology. A sequential, integrated guidance curriculum is offered.

Students are encouraged to use their prior knowledge and backgrounds to construct their own understanding of the readings and writings. Reading instruction are provided through a research-based and balanced literacy program of guided small-group instruction and followed by modeled, shared, and independent reading tasks and activities.

Additionally, the curriculum will be aligned with Common Core Curriculum Standards, anchors, and eligible content in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students will learn to apply effective strategies and to construct meaning by previewing texts, predicting outcomes, and by comparing and contrasting themes. Students will read different types of materials for a variety of purposes.

Benchmark Advance was selected to meet the need for a high-quality K-5 Comprehensive English Language Arts (ELA) Program. Benchmark Advance Includes research-based practices to guide instruction of the strands and domains of the Florida State Standards, including Reading (foundational skills, literature, and informational text), Writing, Speaking and Listening, and Language (conventions, knowledge of language, and vocabulary). Each of these areas includes instructional components that help students master the full expectations of grade-level standards. The program builds from kindergarten to sixth grade, incorporates small and whole group instruction, and is linked to the district-required assessments. 

Savaas Learning Envision Math K-8 program was selected to align with the new, more rigorous Mathematics Florida B.E.S.T Standards. Savvas Learning Envision Math includes research-based practices to guide students in order to achieve fluency, speed, and confidence with grade-level concepts. The program emphasizes Big Ideas and depth of understanding through interactive lessons, research based instructional approaches, best practices from around the world, and differentiated instructional resources to ensure success for all students.

Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Science Fusion is a state-of-the-art science program designed for building inquiry, STEM, and optimized for learning in the classroom. It is a comprehensive, state-of-the-art K–8 science program. The print, hands-on, and digital curriculum provides student centered options for all students, in any learning environment and aligns to the Next Generation Science Framework.