Sparks
is a Maryland Green School!!
| Sparks Elementary School |
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A 2005 No Child Left Behind
Blue Ribbon Winner
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Sparks Sharks are Always Moving Forward! |
| Sparks Elementary School |
|
A 2005 No Child Left Behind
Blue Ribbon Winner
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Sparks Sharks are Always Moving Forward! |
Technology
Sparks Elementary is a relatively new school and as such, is fully wired for Internet and file-sharing capabilities. There is a computer lab with 30 Dell computers, all wired for Internet use. There is a teacher station in the lab and in each classroom as well. Each classroom is wired for Internet capability. Technology instruction is reflective of the Maryland Content Standards, and begins at the kindergarten level. Each class has a scheduled computer lab lesson weekly. Technology instruction is most often integrated with grade level curriculum in order to extend and enrich student learning. A recently purchased portable computer lab is also available for classroom use. This lab is equipped with laptop computers.
The Physical Education Program
All students at Sparks Elementary will be provided with and expected to participate in physical education classes. It is important that students be prepared for activities with appropriate attire. Active wear that allows ease of movement and tennis shoes are required for class (no slip-on shoes). County policy prohibits unprepared students from participation for safety purposes. Students who are not prepared for class will not participate in the activities and will receive a written worksheet to complete for their daily grade. Parents will be notified of P.E. days so that you may help your child to be prepared for class. Thank you for your cooperation.
The Vocal Music Program
The vocal music program provides students with the opportunity to enjoy and appreciate a wide variety of musical experiences on a regularly scheduled basis.
The program consists of: singing (including foreign language songs and games, listening/appreciation, rhythm, playing percussion and melodic instruments, movement/dance, reading, and composing. Some grades will learn to play the recorder, which will require outside practice.
Instrumental Music Program
Instrumental music begins in fourth grade with the Exploratory Music Program. Each fourth grade class participates in Exploratory Music once a week throughout the entire year in order to learn the basics of playing the violin, clarinet, and trumpet. During the twelve weeks on each instrument, the students will explore the other members of the instrument family.
With this experience and knowledge, students (if they desire) select an instrument of their choice to play in fifth grade. Those students will meet with the Instrumental Music Teacher twice a week for lessons. An evening concert in winter and spring will showcase the accomplishments of the students taking instrumental music.
Art Program
All students at Sparks Elementary will have one class of art instruction each week throughout the year. The program at Sparks is based on: integrating classroom units of study with on-going art projects, exposure to the styles and techniques of famous artists, and implementing curriculum from the Baltimore County Art Guide.
Student art work is on display year round and can be seen on the lobby walls, bulletin boards, and in the office area. Please visit and see our creative students art work.
This website was created by Daniel Briscuso
