Readers & Writers Workshops
At PS 118, we use the Teacher’s College Readers Workshop and Writer’s Workshop curriculum. This program provides a predictable structure for students to follow, which includes time for whole class teaching, small group and individual conferences tailored to students abilities and time to share and reflect on the learning.
Mathematics
We use the EngageNY curriculum for mathematics instruction. EnageNY is a rigorous and coherent math program that builds upon foundational skills as students progress through each grade. At PS 118, we supplement our math program with hands-on games and activities that have been adapted by our teachers. We feel that students learn best when mathematical concepts are applied to their everyday lives through a hands-on approach and concept-based problem solving.
Homework Policy
We use an alternative homework policy at PS 118. We feel that students in all grades should read, or be read to, every night. We also feel that homework does not have to be just worksheets that cause frustration for both parents and students. Years ago, PS 118 teachers created the Exercise Your Brain (EYB) program which provides students with a monthly menu of activities that they can engage with. Exercise Your Brain is a project-based enrichment program implemented at P.S. 118 in order to enhance and extend student knowledge through an interdisciplinary approach. The program gives students a chance to share their learning in a multi-sensory, self-directed, and social way. Additionally, this standard-based program fosters the interests of the students, reinforcing their learning while
exploring and sharing their findings with their peers.
Click for a Sample EYB Menu
At PS 118, we use the Teacher’s College Readers Workshop and Writer’s Workshop curriculum. This program provides a predictable structure for students to follow, which includes time for whole class teaching, small group and individual conferences tailored to students abilities and time to share and reflect on the learning.
Mathematics
We use the EngageNY curriculum for mathematics instruction. EnageNY is a rigorous and coherent math program that builds upon foundational skills as students progress through each grade. At PS 118, we supplement our math program with hands-on games and activities that have been adapted by our teachers. We feel that students learn best when mathematical concepts are applied to their everyday lives through a hands-on approach and concept-based problem solving.
Homework Policy
We use an alternative homework policy at PS 118. We feel that students in all grades should read, or be read to, every night. We also feel that homework does not have to be just worksheets that cause frustration for both parents and students. Years ago, PS 118 teachers created the Exercise Your Brain (EYB) program which provides students with a monthly menu of activities that they can engage with. Exercise Your Brain is a project-based enrichment program implemented at P.S. 118 in order to enhance and extend student knowledge through an interdisciplinary approach. The program gives students a chance to share their learning in a multi-sensory, self-directed, and social way. Additionally, this standard-based program fosters the interests of the students, reinforcing their learning while
exploring and sharing their findings with their peers.
Click for a Sample EYB Menu
