What is your academic program like?
Highland follows a traditional but modernized approach to education, based on the Littleton Public Schools K-12 approved curriculum . Emphasis is placed on content and skills to develop the whole student. We offer a well-rounded curriculum with high, attainable expectations for all students.

Academic Performance? 
Our students consistently perform well on Norm Referenced tests such as the Colorado State Assessment Program (CSAP). Please see Highland's results  on the Colorado Department of Education website.

What reading programs do you use? 
The Guided Reading Model K-5 is used in each grade level. Accommodations are made for each child according to specific needs (such as acceleration and intervention). 

What Math program do you use? 
We at Highland are committed to helping our students become proficient at each of Colorado's six math standards: Number Sense, Data and Probability, Measurement, Algebra, Geometry and Computation.  We use the Everyday Mathematics Program  in Pre-School through 5th grade.

Do you have Specials? 
Highland offers a variety of specials classes:  

• Computer: Weekly sessions in our computer lab for application skills in MS Word, Excel, Power Point; grade-level software related by subject; and Internet access with teacher supervision. Curriculum integration is emphasized in all applications of technology.
• Art: One session weekly in basic art concepts along with the integration of art appreciation.
• Music: Two weekly sessions of the Orff Schulwurk music program emphasizing basic theory, vocal, drama, reading of music, and composition. 
• Physical Education: Two weekly sessions including instruction in basic physiology, development of motor skills, games, good sportsmanship, and life-long physical fitness. 
• Library: One weekly session that may include research skills, reference materials, ability to find information, and the study of genres.

How is writing taught? 
We strive to integrate writing into each subject area through the use of journals, reports, poetry, and creative writing. Our instruction is geared toward frequent, focused feedback on student writing. Highland's teachers have been trained in a variety of methods that complement basic writing instruction. Some of these methods are the Step Up to Writing program and the 6 Traits Assessment program. The Write Source series provides additional support. Acceleration and intervention strategies are available for each child based on needs.

Science/ Health/Social Studies? 
Each are taught according to the approved and revised LPS K-12 curriculum. Read the current Parent's Curriculum Guide  on the Littleton Public Schools District Website.