Academics
COVINGTON ACADEMY
Team 1 (K3-1st)
At Covington Academy, we are dedicated to fostering academic excellence and personal growth from K3 through senior year. Our comprehensive curriculum is designed to inspire a lifelong love of learning while equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. From foundational skills in literacy and numeracy to advanced coursework in STEM, humanities, and the arts, our experienced faculty members are committed to nurturing each student’s unique talents and interests.
The Abeka curriculum for K3 provides a solid foundation for early learning, focusing on key areas such as phonics, basic math concepts, and social skills, all through engaging, hands-on activities. With a strong emphasis on building a love for learning, the K3 program integrates biblical values and promotes character development, setting the stage for academic success and personal growth in the years to come.
- Phonics Development: Introduction to letter sounds, blending, and basic reading skills.
- Early Literacy: Building recognition of uppercase and lowercase letters, along with sight words.
- Basic Math Concepts: Learning numbers, counting, shapes, and simple addition and subtraction.
- Bible Stories and Character Building: Exposure to Bible stories and lessons on kindness, honesty, and respect.
- Social Skills: Developing social interaction, following directions, and working with others.
- Motor Skills: Enhancing fine and gross motor skills through activities like coloring, tracing, and movement.
- Art and Creativity: Encouraging creativity with hands-on art projects and activities.
- Music and Movement: Introduction to songs, rhythm, and movement to enhance auditory and physical development.
For more in-depth details on curriculum, please visit the ABEKA website.
The Abeka curriculum for K4 builds on the foundation laid in K3, focusing on developing early reading, math, and social skills in a nurturing environment. Students learn through hands-on activities, Bible stories, and a structured approach to phonics and number concepts, all while fostering their creativity, independence, and character.
K4 Highlights:
- Phonics and Reading: Continued development of letter sounds, blending, and simple words for early reading skills.
- Basic Math: Introduction to numbers, counting, and simple addition and subtraction.
- Bible Stories: Engaging with Bible stories and Christian character traits such as love, patience, and kindness.
- Social Skills: Learning to follow directions, interact with peers, and participate in group activities.
- Motor Skills: Strengthening fine motor skills through drawing, cutting, and coloring.
- Art and Creativity: Encouraging artistic expression with crafts and projects.
- Music and Movement: Building rhythm, coordination, and auditory awareness through songs and activities.
For more in-depth details on curriculum, please visit the ABEKA website.
The K5 Abeka curriculum focuses on reinforcing foundational skills in reading, math, and character development while expanding students’ knowledge and abilities. Through structured lessons in phonics, math, and Bible teachings, K5 students gain confidence and prepare for the challenges of elementary education.
K5 Highlights:
- Phonics and Reading: Mastery of letter sounds, blends, and simple sentence reading.
- Math Concepts: Introduction to addition and subtraction, number patterns, and basic shapes.
- Bible Lessons: Bible stories that emphasize values like obedience, gratitude, and respect.
- Social Skills: Learning teamwork, sharing, and communicating effectively.
- Motor Skills: Refining fine motor skills with writing, coloring, and cutting activities.
- Art and Creativity: Expanding creativity through art projects and imaginative play.
- Music and Movement: Singing, dancing, and learning simple instruments to develop musical skills.
For more in-depth details on curriculum, please visit the ABEKA website.
In 1st grade, Abeka builds on early literacy and math skills, introducing more complex concepts in reading, language, and math. Students continue to grow in character through Bible lessons while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
1st Grade Highlights:
- Phonics and Reading: Solidifying reading fluency with longer words, sentence structure, and comprehension.
- Math: Mastery of addition and subtraction, introduction to time, money, and word problems.
- Bible Stories: Learning Biblical principles and character-building lessons.
- Language Arts: Grammar basics, writing sentences, and expanding vocabulary.
- Social Studies: Introduction to community, family, and geography.
- Science: Exploration of the natural world, plants, animals, and the human body.
- Art and Music: Creative expression through art, drawing, and basic music concepts.
For more in-depth details on curriculum, please visit the ABEKA website.