Our Program

At the New Community School, our goal is to improve language skills while appropriately challenging the intellect.

Students at The New Community School take English, science, history, and math every year. These classes are composed of an average of six to eight students. In addition to the academic curriculum, these classes focus on developing independent study, writing, and organizational skills. Specific math placement is based on skills testing and readiness. Placement in English, history, and science is by grade level.

The fifth daily academic class in a student’s schedule is most unique. Language Fundamentals is a highly individualized course using direct instruction to extend and improve academic skills such as reading, spelling, vocabulary, handwriting, organization, and understanding of the basic structures of English. In middle school, class assignments are based on skills and exist in a small group of three to four students. In the Upper School, traditional LF classes have from 2-4 students as they continue to address remaining language skill needs. The capstone course, Academic Research and Writing, focuses on the students’ needs to prepare them for college and career with six to eight students per class. Regular informal assessments and annual standardized testing help parents and students measure progress on these skill improvements.