Academics

Academics at Crestwood Academy

At Crestwood Academy, academic excellence begins with strong curriculum, intentional instruction, and meaningful relationships.

Our educational program combines research-based curriculum, small class sizes, individualized support, discussion-based learning, and hands-on experiences to help students develop deep understanding, critical thinking skills, and confidence as learners.

Students are challenged academically, supported intentionally, and known personally within a structured learning environment designed to promote both mastery and growth.

Our Curriculum

Crestwood Academy utilizes carefully selected curriculum and instructional resources aligned with Oklahoma Academic Standards and informed by nationally recognized educational frameworks.

Our curriculum emphasizes foundational skills, mastery-based learning, critical thinking, communication, and real-world application.

Mathematics

Math Mammoth

Students develop strong computational fluency, number sense, problem-solving skills, and conceptual understanding through Math Mammoth’s mastery-based approach.

Students learn to:

• Build strong mathematical foundations

• Apply mathematics to real-world situations

• Develop logical reasoning skills

• Solve complex problems with confidence

Reading & Language Arts

Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA)

CKLA provides a comprehensive literacy program that combines reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, spelling, literature, and knowledge-building.

Students develop:

• Reading fluency

• Reading comprehension

• Writing skills

• Vocabulary development

• Grammar and language conventions

• Public speaking and communication skills

Early Literacy

Heggerty Phonemic Awareness

Pre-K through early elementary students receive explicit instruction in phonemic awareness through Heggerty.

Students build:

• Letter-sound recognition

• Phonological awareness

• Decoding skills

• Reading readiness

• Foundational literacy skills

Science

Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)

Science instruction emphasizes inquiry, experimentation, observation, and evidence-based thinking.

Students engage in:

• Life science

• Earth and space science

• Physical science

• Scientific investigation

• Hands-on experiments

• Environmental exploration

Social Studies & Civics

College, Career, and Civic Life (C3) Framework

Students explore history, geography, government, economics, and citizenship while developing critical thinking and civic responsibility.

Students learn to:

• Analyze historical events

• Understand government systems

• Evaluate information

• Engage in respectful discussion

• Become informed citizens

Technology & Computer Science

Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) Standards

Technology instruction focuses on digital literacy, responsible technology use, problem-solving, and computational thinking.

Students develop:

• Digital citizenship

• Technology literacy

• Basic coding concepts

• Problem-solving skills

• Responsible technology habits

Social-Emotional Learning

CASEL Framework

Social-emotional learning is integrated throughout the school experience rather than taught as a separate program.

Students develop:

• Self-awareness

• Self-management

• Responsible decision-making

• Relationship skills

• Social awareness

Enrichment & Real-World Learning

In addition to core academics, Crestwood Academy incorporates:

• Financial literacy

• Leadership development

• Character education

• Health and nutrition

• Life skills

• Gardening and environmental education

• Public speaking

• Community engagement

• Service learning

• Outdoor education

Pre-Kindergarten Program

Our Pre-K program is intentionally designed to provide a strong foundation for future academic success.

Students focus on:

• School readiness

• Early literacy

• Early mathematics

• Social-emotional development

• Independence and self-regulation

• Fine and gross motor development

• Communication skills

• Curiosity and creativity

Instruction is hands-on, engaging, and developmentally appropriate while maintaining consistent expectations and routines that prepare students for kindergarten success.

Small Class Sizes, Meaningful Support

Class sizes are intentionally limited to allow individualized instruction and strong teacher-student relationships.

Small class sizes allow teachers to:

• Identify learning gaps quickly

• Adjust instruction as needed

• Provide individualized support

• Challenge advanced learners

• Build meaningful relationships

• Maintain focused classroom environments

Students are never just a number. Every child is known personally and supported intentionally.

Subject-Focused Learning Model

Crestwood Academy utilizes a subject-focused weekly structure that allows students to engage deeply with content rather than rushing between multiple disconnected subjects.

Monday - Mathematics

Conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and real-world application.

Tuesday - Reading & Literacy

Reading comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and language development.

Wednesday - Science

Inquiry, experimentation, investigation, and discovery.

Thursday - Writing & Communication

Composition, revision, critical thinking, discussion, and presentation skills.

Friday - Focus Friday

Experiential learning, projects, life skills, leadership development, outdoor learning, field experiences, and community engagement.

Focus Fridays

Focus Fridays are a signature component of the Crestwood Academy model.

Students participate in:

• Project-based learning

• Community service

• Gardening and environmental education

• Financial literacy activities

• Leadership development

• Outdoor exploration

• Team-building experiences

• Real-world problem solving

These experiences help students connect classroom learning with meaningful application while developing responsibility, independence, confidence, and initiative.

Measuring Student Growth

Student growth is evaluated through a combination of:

• Teacher observation

• Curriculum-based assessments

• Student work samples

• Reading and math progress monitoring

• Performance tasks

• Projects and presentations

• Mastery-based skill tracking

Assessment is used to guide instruction, identify strengths and challenges, and ensure students continue making meaningful academic progress.

A Thoughtful, Balanced Educational Experience

At Crestwood Academy, students experience rigorous academics, meaningful relationships, strong structure, and opportunities to apply what they learn in the real world.

We believe education should develop not only knowledgeable students, but capable, confident, responsible young people prepared to contribute positively to their communities and future endeavors.