Orange County Public Schools is committed to ensuring every student graduates prepared and inspired for a thriving future. We empower students with a superior academic experience, essential life skills, and boundless opportunities.
On this page, you’ll find information about what our school offers to help lead all of our students to success.
Mrs. Bulley, Ms. Foster, Ms. Randolph, and Ms. Smith
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First Grade Curriculum at a Glance:
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Mrs. Boutwell, Ms. Cardona, Ms. Davis, and Mrs. Sweeney
Second Grade Curriculum at a Glance:
Reading
Uses a variety of strategies to comprehend text (ex., self-monitoring, predicting, retelling, discussing, restating ideas).
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Ms. Cortes, Ms. Feliciano, Ms. Ord, Ms. Snyder, and Mr. Stull
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predicts using prior knowledge, captions, and headings
uses strategies to determine meaning and increase vocabulary
develops vocabulary, monitors reading on or above grade level by rereading, self- correcting, summarizing, and questioning
identifies main idea, details, makes inferences and identifies the sequence of events, author’s purpose, examples of fact, fiction or opinion, and recognizes and understands comparison and contrast, cause/effect and sequence of events
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writes using the writing process and the six writing traits of ideas, organization, word choice, sentence fluency, voice, and conventions
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studies communities and Ancient Civilization
investigates several science units using scientific observations and skills
explores different science topics including life science, earth science, physical science, and space and technology
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knows that smaller rocks come from the breaking and weathering of bedrock and larger rocks.
knows that approximately 75 percent of the surface of the Earth is covered by water.
understands the stages of the water cycle (for example, evaporation, condensation, precipitation).
understands the processes of weathering and erosion.
knows that land forms change over time (for example, earthquakes, volcanoes).
knows that reusing, recycling, and reducing the use of natural resources improve and protect the quality of life.
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knows that days and nights change in length throughout the year.
knows the patterns of average temperatures throughout the year.
knows the frequency of the lunar cycle is approximately 28 days.
knows the Sun is a star that is much nearer to the Earth than the other stars.
knows characteristics of Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars.
knows the relative positions of all the planets
knows that, in addition to the Sun, there are many other stars that are far away.
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understands the various ways that animals depend on plants for survival (for example, food, shelter, oxygen).
knows the common and distinguishing characteristics of groups of vertebrate animals (mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, amphibians).
understands similarities and differences among plants.
understands that although plants and animals are different, they also share common characteristics (for example, they both have structures for reproduction, respiration, and growth).
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knows how organisms with similar needs in a climatic region compete with one another for resources such as food, water, oxygen, or space.
knows behavioral and structural adaptations that allow plants and animals to survive in an environment.
understands that energy is transferred to living organisms through the food they eat.
knows examples of living things that are classified as producers, consumers, carnivores, herbivores, and omnivores.
understands that plants and animals share and compete for limited resources such as oxygen, water, food, and space.
knows that the size of a population is dependent upon the available resources within its community.
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knows that it is important to keep accurate records and descriptions to provide information and clues on causes of discrepancies in repeated experiments.
plans and investigates an experiment that defines a problem, proposes a solution, identifies variables, collects and organizes data, interprets data in tables, charts and graphs, analyzes information, makes predictions, and presents and supports findings.
uses various kinds of instruments to collect and analyze information (for example, meter sticks, timing devices, graduated cylinders, force meters, pan balances, calipers, microscopes, cameras, sound recorders, hot plates, magnets, collecting nets).
knows that to work collaboratively, all team members should be free to reach, explain, and justify their own individual conclusions.
knows that to compare and contrast observations and results is an essential skill in science.
uses sketches, diagrams and models to understand scientific ideas.
makes predictions and inferences based on observations.
uses charts and graphs to understand patterns of change.
understands the relationships between science concepts and the history of science and the contributions of scientists.
uses reference materials to obtain information related to science concepts.
knows that data are collected and interpreted in order to explain an event or concept.
understands that scientific information can be presented in several ways (for example, using numbers and mathematics, drawings, words, graphs, tables).
understands how scientific discoveries have helped or hindered progress regarding human health and lifestyles.
knows that, through the use of science processes and knowledge, people can solve problems, make decisions, and form new ideas.
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uses number sense to master all basic facts, read, write, compare numbers
knows the value of a given digit to hundred thousand
explains and demonstrates the meaning of multiplication and division with remainders
uses measurement to measure length, weight, capacity, area, perimeter, volume, time and temperature
calculates and compares types of measurement
estimates area, perimeter, and volume of rectangular shape
selects the appropriate unit and tool of measurement for a solution
uses geometry and spatial sense to understand symmetry, congruency and reflections in geometric shapes
explores flip, slides, tessellations and 180 degree turns
compares area and perimeter using concrete and graphic materials
knows how to identify, locate and plot ordered pairs of whole numbers
uses algebraic thinking to describe, extend and create visual geometric patterns
analyzes, explains and states the rule for number patterns
uses models and graphs to solve equations and inequalities
know that an equation is a number sentence stating that two quantities are equal
uses data analysis and probability to identify parts of a graph and interprets displays of data
interprets and compares information from pictographs and bar graphs
identifies the mean, median, mode and range in a set
uses technology to compare data and to construct and discuss patterns
determines the number of possible combinations of items
calculates the probability of an event and represents all possible outcomes
designs questions for a survey, depicts the data in a graph and explains the results
Mrs. Baer, Mrs. Minaya, Mrs. Rogalski, and Ms. Waitzman
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Predicts using prior knowledge, captions and headings
uses strategies to determine meaning and increase vocabulary (ex., multiple meaning words, antonyms, root words)
develops vocabulary, monitors reading on or above grade level by rereading, self-correcting, summarizing & questioning
identifies main idea, details, makes inferences and identifies the sequence of events, author’s purpose, examples of fact, fiction or opinion, and recognizes and understands comparison and contrast, cause/effect & sequence of events
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scores 3.5 or above on the Florida Writes exam
writes using the writing process and the six writing traits of ideas, organization, word choice, sentence fluency, voice, and conventions.
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uses number sense to masters all basic facts, read, write, compare, and identify whole numbers, fractions, mixed numbers and decimals to the hundredths
locates numbers on the number line, and identifies equivalent and non-equivalent forms of numbers
uses estimation to solve problems and determines the operations needed to solve one-step and two-step problems
knows factors and multiples of numbers to 100
uses measurement to measure length, area, volume and perimeter
knows time intervals and common angle measures, and uses schedules, calendars and elapsed time to solve problems
compares length, weight and capacity using standard and non standard units
solves problems with estimated length, width, time, temperature and money
estimates the area and perimeter of a polygon and the volume of a rectangular prism
uses geometry and spatial sense to describe the attributes of two-dimensional and three-dimensional figures
performs flips, slides, 90 and 180 degree turns and tessellations
knows how area and perimeter are affected when geometric figures are combined
knows how to identify, locate and plot ordered pairs of whole numbers
uses algebraic thinking to describe and creates numerical and geometric patterns, and
analyzes number patterns
solves problems with equations or inequalities using models or graphs
uses data analysis and probability to choose a title, labels and interprets information on a graph
interprets and completes circle graphs using common fractions
identifies the mean, median, mode and range
records the possible outcomes of an experiment using common fractions
determines the statistical measures for data and explains the results
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studies Florida History from pre-historic times to the present.
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understands the stages of the rock cycle.
knows the properties of different types of soil.
understands how the water cycle is influenced by temperature and land features.
understands how processes of weathering and erosion constantly change the surface of the Earth.
knows ways in which people can conserve natural resources.
knows ways misuse of natural resources affects the quality of life for all species.
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knows that the tilt of the Earth causes the change of seasons, length of day, and the amount of energy available.
understands the cause of the phases of the Moon (for example, the movement patterns of the Earth and Moon relative to the Sun).
knows how the energy of the Sun can be captured as a source of heat and light on Earth (for example, plants, solar panels).
knows characteristics of Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto.
knows that gravity is the one of the forces that keeps planets arranged in orbits around the Sun and the Moon in orbit around the Earth.
understands that the Sun is a medium-sized star located near the edge of a galaxy containing billions of other stars, which in turn is one of innumerable galaxies in the Universe.
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knows that complex animals have specialized organs to carry out life processes.
knows the major organ systems of the human body.
understands the functions of various body systems.
knows that living things are composed of cells.
knows that processes needed for life are carried out by the cells.
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knows how plants and animals interact with one another in an ecosystem (for example, organization of communities, flow of energy through food webs).
understands the relationship among organisms in aquatic and terrestrial food chains (for example, the role of producers, consumers, and decomposers).
knows organisms that act as decomposers.
understands the need for nutrients and minerals for living organisms.
understands the process of decay (for example, the stages of decay, the organisms that help the decay process, the nonliving factors that influence the rate of decay, the products of decay).
knows that organisms are growing, dying, and decaying and that new organisms are being produced.
knows that variations in light, water, temperature, and soil content are largely responsible for the existence of different kinds of organisms and population densities in an ecosystem.
knows the kinds of organisms that lived in the past and compares them to existing species.
knows characteristics that allow members within a species to survive and reproduce.
understands patterns of interdependency in ecological systems.
understands that what benefits one organism may be harmful to other organisms.
understands that changes in an ecological system usually affect the whole system.
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knows that scientists make the results of their investigations public, and they describe the investigations in ways that enable others to repeat the investigation.
plans and investigates experiments in which hypotheses are formulated based on cause and effect relationships; distinctions are made among observations, conclusions/inferences and predictions; a limited number of variables are controlled; and numerical data that are contradictory or unusual in experimental results are recognized.
uses metric tools to measure, record, and interpret data.
works collaboratively to collect, share, and record information for a scientific investigation.
knows that comparisons between experiments can be made when conditions are the same.
knows that a model of something is different from the real thing, but can be used to learn something about the real thing.
makes predictions based on data from picture graphs, bar graphs, and line graphs.
knows basic patterns, sequences, and cycles occurring in nature.
knows that technologies often have costs, as well as benefits, and can have an enormous effect on people and other living things.
researches and reports on a science topic.
constructs and analyzes graphs, tables, maps, and charts to organize, examine, and evaluate information.
uses criteria to understand and analyze the impact of scientific discoveries (for example, determines whether or not scientific claims are backed by sufficient evidence and logical arguments).
knows ways that, through the use of science processes and knowledge, people can solve problems, make decisions, and form new ideas.
Mrs. Corey, Ms. Donadelle, and Ms. Sanchez
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Number Sense, Concepts, and Operations
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Algebraic Thinking
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Measurement
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Geometry and Spatial Sense
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Data Analysis and Probability
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The Nature of Science
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understands the importance of accuracy in conducting measurements, and uses estimation when exact measurements are not possible.
Processes that Shape the Earth
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The Nature of Matter
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Force and Motion
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Energy
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Earth and Space
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Processes of Life
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study United States History through 1865, starting with the human migration to North America and ending with the conclusion for the Civil War
Mrs. Weir
Students at Riverside will have year-round opportunities to develop and express their creativity while they experiment with different artistic mediums and techniques. They will be exposed to prominent art from multiple eras and cultures. They will also learn to thoughtfully consider artworks by considering their employment of the elements of art and principles of design.
The art room is always in need of traditional and even non-traditional art supplies. Please contact Mrs. Weir if you would like to donate to the Art Program.
Ms. Linn
Students will be able to learn, explore and create music through a variety of fun hands-on activities. In almost every class, students will get the chance to explore music through movement, song, instruments and games and will be a part of an environment to help cultivate their successes. Students will also have the chance throughout the year to perform for their friends and community in various musical productions put on by the school.
Coach Fuller
Students will be able to learn a wide variety of information related to Physical Education including movement patterns, the benefits of staying healthy, nutrition, sportsmanship, and setting realistic goals and achieving them. The curriculum for PE will be organized in units throughout the year. Each unit will include a learning goal, vocabulary, essential question, and the activity to match the unit. Each student will have an opportunity to participate in a multitude of activities that may not have been exposed to in the hopes that they will pursue that activity further outside of the school environment if they are interested. The daily goal of PE is to have students learn information along with developing healthy exercise habits that will benefit them now and in the future.