Our curriculum is academically challenging, interdisciplinary,
and fun.

Curriculum development at Bertschi is an ongoing process driven by current research, faculty expertise, and fundamental academic objectives. The foundation of our creative and engaging program is rooted in the mastery of essential academic skills.

Bertschi teachers work collaboratively to create learning experiences that integrate ideas and skills across disciplines while addressing a variety of learning styles. The curriculum focuses on generating ideas, gaining essential grade level appropriate skills, and finding solutions. Children can explore the dimensions of any given topic from many perspectives.

At Bertschi, children are actively engaged in hands-on projects, working collaboratively with other students. The curriculum stimulates active participation, encourages flexibility, is differentiated to address a variety of levels and needs, and celebrates the unique qualities of every student.

In conjunction with the construction of the Bertschi Center in 2007, a LEED gold-certified (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) building, there are exciting opportunities for students and families to learn more about sustainable curriculum and practice, while encouraging environmental stewardship.

Download a PDF of our Curriculum Guide [PDF], which includes each grade level's curriculum outline, as well as continua for reading, writing and math spanning Pre-K–5.