Our unique Lower School instruction includes:
  • An individualized remedial education created through skill-based instruction
  • Small class sizes to optimize learning
  • A multisensory approach that incorporates the needs of the whole child throughout the day
  • A learning environment where students learn at their own pace, and are given the time to master concepts and develop confidence
  • Utilization of teachable moments throughout the day to address social and academic soft skills necessary for success
  • Psychological and Language Services which complement a child’s program to address individual student needs within the academic classroom and beyond
  • An integrated approach which focuses on the development of the whole child through close collaboration with teachers, specialists, and Educational Advisors

A typical day for our Lower School students is broken into the Academic Day (8 am-2 pm) and Afternoon Activities and Study Hall (2 pm – 4 pm)…

  • The day begins with a brief morning recess followed by Homeroom to assist students in organizing themselves for the day of learning
  • 1st and 2nd periods of Academic Classes (each Academic Class is 40 minutes long)
  • A 12-minute mid-morning recess to help students ready their minds and bodies for the next steps of learning
  • 3rd period of Academic Classes
  • A 20-minute block of time we refer to as Callback during which students can work 1:1 with teachers, participate in social pragmatic groups or activities, or engage in community-building activities and games
  • 4th period of Academic Classes
  • Family-style Lunch; students eat with 6 tablemates and a teacher who encourages healthy eating habits and proper table socialization. This is followed by a 15-minute Lunch Recess
  • 5th and 6th periods of Academic Classes
  • Afternoon Activities for 50 minutes
  • Snack and Study Hall for 50 minutes
Lower School Program Courses
Reading (Decoding and Comprehension)

Reading (Decoding and Comprehension)

Direct instruction for decoding and comprehension takes place during a child’s Tutorial Class.  This class meets twice a day to offer a systematic, multisensory, research-based approach to developing skills in the area of decoding, spelling, comprehension, vocabulary, and written expression.

Social Studies

Social Studies

Social Studies provides students with a strong foundation of concepts and vocabulary that will support their future studies and enhance their overall knowledge, with focuses on a range of topics including geography, countries, and cultures.

Writing

Writing

Students are explicitly instructed in the executive function skills that are needed for the writing process, including planning, generating ideas, composing, reflection, and revision.  The writing curriculum includes a continuum of skills, from basic handwriting to advanced composition.

Literature

Literature

Literature classes expose students to fictional text at their grade level while integrating  Social Emotional Learning instruction, in collaboration with members of the Psychological Service Team.  Additionally, study encompasses reading comprehension, vocabulary, and literary concepts.

Math

Math

Direct instruction centers on four key areas; number sense & estimation skills, computation, the language of math and word problems, and practical applications. A multi-sensory approach is used to assist students in becoming more math-minded.

Integrated Services

Integrated Services

Members of the Language, Psychological Service, and Occupational Therapy Departments use an integrated approach to complement the academic program. Through close collaboration services are tailored to meet individual student needs. Learn more.

A Team Approach

A Team Approach

Each student is assigned an Educational Advisor, who is the liaison for parents, districts, and outside specialists.  With a whole child mindset, the Educational Advisor oversees a child’s EHS team of teachers and specialists to monitor their academic program, language development, and social-emotional growth. 

Oral Language

Oral Language

A multi-sensory curriculum created to help our youngest students develop foundational language skills and strategies within the expressive, receptive, and pragmatic domains. Teachers, in collaboration with Language Specialists, utilize materials to develop concept formation, concept organization, appropriate listening skills, and social language skills.

Science

Science

Science education plays a crucial role in equipping students with essential scientific knowledge and skills. By engaging with various scientific disciplines, students develop a solid foundation in understanding the natural world.

Complementing the Academic Program

With a focus on educating the whole child and providing a full school experience, art, music, PE, athletics, and activities are part of every child’s schedule at Eagle Hill.

Fine Arts Program

The Art Program offers an innovative curriculum that guides and helps students explore and learn about art and design through a variety of mediums. Each student’s creative expression is encouraged and students are offered experiences with a variety of two and three-dimensional art materials and techniques.

The Music Program at Eagle Hill stimulates an interest in and appreciation for music. All students emerge from the music class with an enhanced understanding of the elements and styles of musical expression.

Eagle Hill also has a Choir Program that is composed of approximately 40-50 Upper and Lower School students. In a typical school year, the choir practices weekly and performs two concerts each year on campus and at other special events.

Afternoon Program:  Athletics & Activities and Study Hall

Our afternoon program is an integral part of the school day and comprises two key areas. Afternoon Activities, Athletics, and Pre-Sports Clubs: In addition to all Lower School students having physical education (PE) twice per week, there are many different options for the Lower School afternoon activities.  

Students are able to select a non-physical activity, physical activity, and/or pre-sport club.  A wide variety of programs are offered each term such as art, digital photography, yoga, flag-football club, drama/musical performance club, soccer club, and gardening. The skills and strategies that are instructed during the day are reinforced during this time. 

Study Hall: Proctored by our faculty, students are placed in a small group study hall that provides the opportunity for students to complete their homework before dismissal. In the study hall teachers provide support to implement strategies learned in class to ensure the concepts are understood.

The Junior Boarding Program

Eagle Hill Junior Boarding program is a five-day boarding program for 10-15-year-old students. 

Fondly referred to as ‘our dorm’, we recognize the importance of structure, routine, and the continued development of social skills and independence, while helping families balance the importance of valued family time. 

Our mission is to meet the individualized needs of each student on a daily basis while also teaching them to be a successful mindful member of a community, whether that is at a family meal table, socializing in the dorm lounge, engaging in an activity, or advocating for their needs during a proctored study hall. 

Learn More About Junior Boarding

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