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Ridgeview Global Studies Academy is a unique school that provides students with an amazing opportunity to experience the world without ever having to leave the campus. Throughout the course of the year, students will be exposed to four different cultures. They will learn about the music, art, literature, dance, traditional clothing, and even foods that are unique to each culture. Students in grades kindergarten through third grade will come to Global Studies once every four days. Older students in grades fourth and fifth will rotate through the class once every six days. Over the span of the six years at Ridgeview Global Studies Academy, students will be exposed to 24 different countries/cultures from around the globe.
This year, our students will spend nine weeks learning about each of the following countries. We will start our journey at home, here in the United States of America. Students will learn about our nation's national symbols, iconic landmarks, and how our government works. They will learn a brief introduction to American Sign Language. Students should be able to say the Pledge of Allegiance in sign as well as basic conversational things such as introductions. Following the United States, we will jump to Europe and learn about the country of France. Again, students will be introduced to basic conversational French and learn about symbolic landmarks, the people and culture of France. In the spring, we will journey to Philippines and end our year studying the African nation of Morocco. Let's set sail for a great new adventure!! Anchors aweigh!
What Makes Ridgeview Different?
Our Mission Statement:
In our ever-changing, multicultural world, we will spark the desire in our school family to become responsible and caring decision-makers. United, we will provide challenges and skills in a loving environment, empowering everyone to reach his fullest potential.
Global Studies Focus:
The global studies strand will be threaded throughout the academic, exploratory and enrichment curriculum. Integrated thematic units will supplement this additional academic program and include cultures, environments, and economies. An emphasis on the appreciation of the cultural diversity represented in these studies will provide a core focus. Various nationalities represented by students attending Ridgeview Global Studies Academy will serve as local contacts for direct information regarding those countries. Students will have the opportunity to serve as Student Ambassadors to welcome and inform guests about Ridgeview Global Studies Academy.
In our ever-changing, multicultural world, we will spark the desire in our school family to become responsible and caring decision-makers. United, we will provide challenges and skills in a loving environment, empowering everyone to reach his fullest potential.
Global Studies Focus:
The global studies strand will be threaded throughout the academic, exploratory and enrichment curriculum. Integrated thematic units will supplement this additional academic program and include cultures, environments, and economies. An emphasis on the appreciation of the cultural diversity represented in these studies will provide a core focus. Various nationalities represented by students attending Ridgeview Global Studies Academy will serve as local contacts for direct information regarding those countries. Students will have the opportunity to serve as Student Ambassadors to welcome and inform guests about Ridgeview Global Studies Academy.