Related Arts
| Art Learning experiences in the arts also contribute to the development of academic skills, including the areas of reading, language development and mathematics. At Pineland Learning Center, projects are suited to the individual needs of students. PLC believes the creative process is often therapeutic, providing a positive emotional release for students. PLC offers a wide range of materials and hands-on processes. The art curriculum allows every student to excel even though they may not be strong in other academic areas. Music General Music programs are essential to the basic education of all students. At Pineland Learning Center, students are presented with a balanced and sequential curriculum based upon the National Standards for Music Education. Students receive an introduction to music fundamentals and appreciation, along with the development of individual and ensemble performance skills. PLC offers the opportunity for all students to achieve their maximum potential while attaining a life-long love for music.
The General Music program for PLC sets high expectations and provides strong support for achievement by all students. Dance A recent addition for high school students at Pineland Learning Center, each class participates in dance once a week for 55 minutes, under the instruction of Ms. Kathleen Eccleston, to learn the basics of Latin dancing. Students become attuned to the music, memorize steps, demonstrate social grace, develop awareness of their interactions with others, explore movement in new ways and learn to cooperate with each other. PLC works in conjunction with Estilo Dance Studio in Philadelphia, and participates in a semi-annual showcase. Environmental Science Some special aspects of the program include:
PLC students study the benefits of forests and trees to the environment and participate in activities like:
Driver’s Education This course is designed to save lives and reduce motor vehicle accidents, emphasizing personal and social safety and the efficient operation of a motor vehicle. New drivers learn perceptual skills and decision-making abilities that enable them to successfully cope with driving situations. Also, they learn the rules and laws of New Jersey in preparation of the written exam, when eligible. Written exams can be administered on-site. Adaptive Physical Education Pineland Learning Center is equipped to provide Adaptive Physical Education programs encouraging independent movement activities with adaptive equipment and staff facilitation. Activities are tailored to students’ developmental levels so they can receive the maximum benefit of each activity and be successful in a safe environment. Adaptations and modifications are made to lessons based on each student’s Individualized Education Plan. Computer Technology The K-12 computer technology curriculum identifies the essential knowledge and skills that all students need to be active, lifelong learners in a technology intensive environment. The computer program at PLC integrates a range of technology skills into the context of real world learning including:
Study Island Study Island’s focus on New Jersey’s Core Curriculum Content Standards enables students to improve their performance in all skill areas tested on the NJ ASK and HSPA, which leads to improved test scores. The user-friendly, web-based interface enables students to move through the program step-by-step. Each section has a pre-test and a post-test, along with topics that cover each of the Content Standards. Topics consist of lessons, questions, answers and explanations that address the specific skills contained in the Content Standards. With the Study Island program, families with Internet access are able to log on from home. |
