Elementary Curriculum

This page provides a general overview of Concord’s Elementary School curriculum. Parents are encouraged to speak with their child’s teacher for more detailed information about course objectives. Curriculum questions that cannot be answered at the building level should be referred to the Education Department.

MATHEMATICS
The elementary Amplify Desmos Math program is designed to build mathematical understanding in students from Kindergarten through fifth grade. It emphasizes problem-based learning, active student participation, and a structured approach to instruction that encourages curiousity and exploration. The program integrates print and digital resources, manipulatives, and assessments to support student learning.
Math Standards: IN Academic Standards

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
The English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum provides each student with rich experiences in reading, writing, and thinking by integrating foundational skills instruction with knowledge building. It is structured around two main strands: Skills and Knowledge. The Skills strand focuses on phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension, while the Knowledge strand builds background knowledge in various subjects like literature, history, geography, and science.  Amplify Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) program is the primary resource used in our elementary ELA classes.
Language Arts Standards: IN Academic Standards

STEM
In elementary school, Project Lead The Way (PLTW) refers to PLTW Launch, a program designed to introduce young learners to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) concepts though hands-on, engaging activites. PLTW Launch aims to foster a love of learning and build foundational skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Science Standards: IN Academic Standards

SPECIAL AREA SUBJECTS
In addition to the core curriculum, students participate in art, music, physical education, computer science, and library.
Special Area Subject Standards: IN Academic Standards

CIS Curriculum

This page provides a general overview of Concord Intermediate School curriculum. Parents are encouraged to speak with their child’s teacher for more detailed information about course objectives. Curriculum questions that cannot be answered at the building level should be referred to the Education Department.

MATHEMATICS
The elementary Amplify Desmos Math program is designed to build mathematical understanding for fifth grade. It emphasizes problem-based learning, active student participation, and a structured approach to instruction that encourages curiosity and exploration. The program integrates print and digital resources, manipulatives, and assessments to support student learning. In 6th grade, Amplify Desmos Math maintains an emphasis on problem-based learning and requires active student participation. It is based on the Illustrative Mathematics K–12 curriculum and aims to foster a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts through engaging activities and customizable resources.
Math Standards: IN Academic Standards

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
The English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum provides each student with rich experiences in reading, writing, and thinking by integrating foundational skills instruction with knowledge building. Curriculum blends a combination of teaching the skills and concepts needed to support reading and writing while building background knowledge. Through each unit, students are immersed in a theme that supports student engagement in science, social studies and literature. Amplify Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) is the primary resource used in our 5th grade ELA classes while Amplify ELA is the primary resource in 6th grade.
Language Arts Standards: IN Academic Standards

SCIENCE AND STEM
The 5th and 6th science curriculum focuses on hands-on learning, critical thinking, and real-world application. Students explore a variety of scientific concepts through engaging activities, experiments, and collaborative projects. They build models, conduct investigations, and analyze data to deepen their understanding of the natural world. Through this interactive approach, students develop problem-solving skills and a strong foundation in scientific thinking that prepares them for future learning. Embedded in the science curriculum is the resource PLTW Launch from Project Lead The Way (PLTW), a program designed to introduce young learners to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) concepts through hands-on, engaging activities.

Every other time a student visits the library, they participate in a STEM class. In STEM, students utilize the resource PLTW Launch from Project Lead The Way (PLTW), a program designed to introduce young learners to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) concepts through hands-on, engaging activities. PLTW Launch aims to foster a love of learning and build foundational skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and collaboration.
Science Standards: IN Academic Standards

SOCIAL STUDIES
The Social Studies curriculum provides students with 30 minutes of daily instruction focused on building background knowledge while strengthening reading, writing, and critical thinking skills. Instruction is aligned to the Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) social studies standards and supports student engagement through relevant, content-rich topics. This dedicated time not only deepens students’ understanding of history, geography, economics, and civics, but also reinforces literacy development through purposeful reading and discussion of complex texts. myWorld Social Studies: Building our Country is the primary resource used in our 5th grade ELA classes while We the People: The Citizen and Constitution is the primary resource in 6th grade.
Social Studies Standards: IN Academic Standards

SPECIAL AREA SUBJECTS
In addition to the core curriculum, students participate in art, music, physical education, computer science, and library.
Special Area Subject Standards: IN Academic Standards

CJHS Curriculum

This page provides a general overview of Concord Junior High School curriculum. Parents are encouraged to speak with their child’s teacher for more detailed information about course objectives. If you have additional questions regarding the school’s curriculum, please feel free to contact the principal.

MATHEMATICS
In 7th & 8th grade, students will continue to use Amplify Desmos Math.  Lessons in the text continue with an emphasis on problem-based learning and require active student participation. It is based on the Illustrative Mathematics K–12 curriculum and aims to foster a deeper understanding of mathematical concepts through engaging activities and customizable resources.
Math Standards: IN Academic Standards

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Amplify ELA for 7th and 8th grade is a blended English Language Arts curriculum designed for middle school students. It combines digital and print materials to engage students with complex texts, fostering close reading, critical thinking, and strong writing skills. The program aims to prepare students for high school by developing their ability to analyze texts, form their own ideas, and articulate them effectively.

• 7^th Grade: Pearson, My World Geography
• 8^th Grade: Pearson, American History Beginnings Through Reconstruction
  Language Arts Standards: IN Academic Standards

SCIENCE
Science instruction at our school is guided by the Indiana Academic Standards, ensuring students build a strong foundation in both life, physical, and earth sciences. Through a balance of academic engagement and hands-on lab experiences, students develop a deep understanding of the scientific process and how theories are tested and applied. We utilize the SEPUP Lab-Aids curriculum, which emphasizes inquiry-based, real-world science learning at the middle school level, preparing students for success in high school and beyond.
Science Standards: IN Academic Standards

SOCIAL STUDIES
Instruction follows the Indiana Academic Standards, setting clear and rigorous goals for 7th and 8th grade. Seventh graders study world history and civilizations, while eighth graders focus on U.S. history from the American Revolution through Reconstruction. These standards ensure students build critical thinking, problem-solving, and a strong foundation for high school, college, and beyond.
Social Studies Standards: IN Academic Standards

ELECTIVES
Our building offers a variety of electives that help students explore their interests and develop important skills. Art, Band, Orchestra, and Choir allow students to express creativity and build confidence through the arts. Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses give hands-on experience with real-world skills and career pathways. World Language classes expand communication skills and cultural understanding, while Wellness promotes healthy habits for lifelong physical and mental well-being. These opportunities enrich students’ education and support growth both in and out of the classroom.
Special Area Subject Standards: IN Academic Standards

PREPARING FOR COLLEGE AND CAREERS
The Preparing for College and Careers curriculum equips students with skills for success in college and the workforce. Through self-exploration, goal setting, and career planning, students build communication, leadership, and time management skills while exploring Indiana’s College and Career Pathways. A project-based approach connects learning to real-life experiences, helping students create portfolios and make informed future decisions.
Special Area Subject Standards: IN Academic Standards

CHS Curriculum

This page provides a general overview of Concord High School curriculum. Parents are encouraged to speak with their child’s teacher for more detailed information about course objectives. If you have additional questions regarding the school’s curriculum, please feel free to contact the principal.

MATHEMATICS
Math instructional texts vary from one subject to another, but in all classrooms Concord’s math curriculum centers around the Indiana Academic Standards.  Through each math class students learn math concepts and skills that support the skills they will need to be successful in a college or career setting upon graduation.  

A list of our approved math textbooks for our core math classes include:

• Algebra I - Amplify Desmos Math
• Geometry & Algebra II - Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Into Math
• PreCalculus - Cengage Math
  Math Standards: IN Academic Standards

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
Through English classes, students utilize a variety of articles and novels to support the development and growth as a reader and writer. Each resource has been chosen to support student mastery of the skills identified through the Indiana Academic Standards through a variety of genres and interests. Students will write often in relation to what they read, with expectations increasing from the time a student is a freshman through senior year as both a preparation for college and their career.  
Language Arts Standards: IN Academic Standards

SCIENCE
Instruction in Science classrooms is determined by the Indiana Academic Standards. Students learn the process of scientific theory through both academic engagement, and hands-on learning in experiential lab settings. Curriculum that covers both the life sciences and the physical sciences is available so that students are prepared for their postsecondary careers.
 

• Biology: Pearson, Biology by Miller and Levine
• Chemistry: McGraw Hill, Indiana Chemistry
• Physics: McGraw Hill, Inspire Physics
  Science Standards: IN Academic Standards

SOCIAL STUDIES
Instruction in Social Studies classrooms centers on the Indiana Academic Standards. Students develop reading skills through a curriculum that blends primary sources with relevant textbook material, and utilize writing as a tool to demonstrate their learning. Concepts covered is Social Studies have been outlined in the Indiana Academic Standards and work to build the historical inquiry skills necessary to be prepared for success in their chosen college or career field.
Social Studies Standards: IN Academic Standards