Concordia Lutheran School operates Multi-Age Program (MAP) classrooms. Students are placed in groups based on a range of ages and not grade level.
What advantage does Concordia's Multi-Age Program have for my child?
- A Christ-centered approach to all academic subjects and life values.
- Individualized and small group instruction allowing the child to progress at a rate appropriate to that child.
- Independence and responsibility for learning encouraged and self-esteem and self-confidence grow as a result.
- Significant one-on-one and small group time with teachers for instruction and clarification.
- A caring, supportive, encouraging environment where he/she can thrive.
- An on-going partnership with home and family.
What might a daily schedule look like with a Multi-Age Program?
Sample Schedule for MAP Ages 9-13
- 8:30 Christian Religion Instruction
- 9:00 Directed reading instruction and reading time
- 9:40 Recess
- 10:00 Direct Math instruction, independent work and practice
- 11:00 Language Arts (English, Writing, Spelling)
- 11:45 Lunch and Recess
- 12:40 Accelerated reading and independent reading -resource room
- 1:30 Science /or/Social Studies topic: instruction and activity
- 2:00 Recess
- 2:15 Complete Science /or/Social Studies work
- 3:00 Dismiss
- On specific days, PE, Art, and Music will take the place of one of the subject areas.
What have parents said about Concordia's Multi-Age Program?
"Prior to this year, my child was doing poorly in Math and hated the subject. Now he is performing at an appropriate grade level and is liking the subject matter as well. This has been a great boost for my child!"
"There is a feeling of support for one another in this school. Teachers and students are full of encouragement for one another."
"Every child has a chance to bloom and grow in this kind of program."
What resources does Concordia have for a Multi-Age Program?
- Resource Room with extensive collection of fiction and nonfiction material
- Computers with internet capability
- Well-equipped classrooms
- Curriculum materials with recent copyright dates
- Accelerated Reading program
- Spacious classrooms
- Gymnasium
- Designated art room
- Strong parental support
- Strong Lutheran Church Association support
- A core of private donors, financial support
- Experienced and committed teachers
- Teams of volunteers
- Administration with a vision and energy for success
What does a Multi-Age (MAP) program look like for your child?
White Team Julie Buck
Ages 5 and 6 MAP Department
Students entering Kindergarten will participate in a self-contained Kindergarten day program which includes early reading and math activities as well as activities that promote social growth.
Students who have finished Kindergarten and are ready for a more defined curricular study will have direct instruction in reading, math, and writing. Thematic studies based on seasons and recommendations from the state standards will complete their studies. Religion instruction will follow the Lutheran Schools curriculum.
We envision 12 - 15 students in this department.
Red Team Karin Irigon
Ages 7 - 8 MAP Department
Students who have finished First and Second Grades, will have direct instruction in core subject areas: reading, language, and math appropriate to their learning level.
Social Studies and Science topics will follow the Washington state standards. Religion will follow the Lutheran School curriculum. Instruction will be to the whole group with activities designed according to student ability.
We envision 10-12 students in this department.
Cardinal Team Susan Brown, Karen Voss
Ages 9 - 13 MAP Department
Students will test into a level of instruction for basic skills (reading, English, math) and participate in multiage activities relative to religion, science, and social studies. Independent work will be balanced with group projects and discussions. Content will be chosen from Washington State curriculum guidelines and Lutheran School guidelines.
At the end of the Third Quarter of the school year, evaluation relative to grade level placement will be determined with standardized tests as well as teacher observations.
We anticipate 15-20 students in this department.
Physical Education, Music, and Art classes will be taught in Department groupings.
