Student’s Day

Each day looks different at the Chicken Coop. In addition to the two co-teachers and support teacher, students get a chance to have other teachers throughout the week for farm, art, and P.E. classes.

Sample Day

Time Subject Description
8:20-8:45 Morning Meeting Our morning meeting consists of a grounding, the weather, sharing nature notes, and hearing what the day will hold.
9:00-9:40 Reading Workshop The children study literature with Wendy. In literature, they might be carefully considering a book such as Roll of Thunder, Hear my Cry or a more contemporary novel. such as Before the Ever After.  
9:40-10:00 Snack and Break In most all weather, the students take their breaks outside. They might play basketball, visit the animals, or chase each other through the snow.

10:00-10:45

10-45-11:30

 Writing Workshop and Math Grade Groups One grade will practice writing with Wendy while the other grade practices math with Miranda; then they switch. Our small group size allows the teachers to effectively meet individual learning needs. Children are enabled to advance, but they are also encouraged to take their time and really learn the material well.
11:30-12:30 Lunch and Recess The kids eat lunch together in the classroom or outside. Lunch is always lively. After they finish eating, the kids play outside.
12:30-1:00 Homework and Jobs We review any homework for the night, then the students rotate through different jobs that allow us to keep our space clean and organized.
1:15-2:00 Farm Life The farmer teachers at the Farm School share their knowledge of farming throughout the seasons with the Chicken Coop students.  They might participate in seeding, washing crops, or building projects – to name a few.
2:00-2:45 Social Studies Students might read and discuss a recent news article, or write interview questions for a family member about an event they lived through. Using these primary and secondary sources, they will seek to better understand the world around them.  
3:00-3:30 Dismissal and Study Hall (optional) Students are able to stay after school three afternoons a week to finish projects, check in with a teacher, or have a quiet place to read.