Our Curriculum Standards-Aligned K-6 Education
SAM Academy's curriculum is aligned with California Common Core State Standards and covers all required subject areas for grades K through 6. Our approach combines rigorous academic standards with engaging, interactive learning.
Core Subjects 📐 Mathematics
From number sense and counting to fractions, geometry, and early algebra. Our math curriculum builds conceptual understanding through interactive problem-solving.
Standards: California Common Core Math Standards (CCSS-M)
• Grades K-2: Number sense, addition, subtraction, measurement, shapes • Grades 3-4: Multiplication, division, fractions, area, perimeter • Grades 5-6: Decimals, ratios, expressions, coordinate plane 📖 English Language Arts
Reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills developed through literature, creative writing, and structured practice.
Standards: California Common Core ELA Standards (CCSS-ELA)
• Grades K-2: Phonics, sight words, reading comprehension, sentence writing • Grades 3-4: Paragraph writing, grammar, reading analysis, research skills • Grades 5-6: Essay writing, literary analysis, presentations, media literacy 🧪 Science
Hands-on exploration of life science, earth science, and physical science through experiments and observation.
Standards: Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) — California adopted
• Grades K-2: Plants, animals, weather, pushes and pulls, earth materials • Grades 3-4: Life cycles, ecosystems, weather patterns, energy, forces • Grades 5-6: Cells, earth systems, chemistry basics, engineering design 🏛 History / Social Studies
Understanding communities, California history, U.S. history, and world cultures through stories and primary sources.
Standards: California History-Social Science Framework
• Grades K-2: My community, maps, American symbols, economics basics • Grades 3-4: California history, Native peoples, missions, gold rush • Grades 5-6: U.S. history, ancient civilizations, government, geography 🏃 Physical Education / Health
Building healthy habits through physical activity, nutrition education, and social-emotional learning.
Standards: California PE Model Content Standards
• All grades: Fitness, movement, teamwork, nutrition, hygiene, mental health 🎨 Visual & Performing Arts
Creative expression through drawing, painting, music, dance, and drama.
Standards: California VAPA Standards
• All grades: Color theory, drawing, sculpture, rhythm, instruments, creative movement Our Method SAM Academy uses a mastery-based progression system. Students advance when they demonstrate understanding, not just when time passes. This means:
No student is left behind or held back unnecessarily Each child works at their own optimal pace Parents can see exactly where their child stands in each subject The system adapts to reinforce areas that need more practice Assessment We use multiple forms of assessment:
Interactive activities and quizzes with instant feedback Portfolio-based projects that showcase real learning Mastery progress tracking across all subjects Parent observation and recording tools California Homeschool Compliance SAM Academy helps parents meet California homeschool requirements including:
Instruction in required subjects (Education Code Section 51210) Attendance tracking and record keeping Portfolio documentation for assessments Curriculum aligned with state content standards © 2026 SAM Academy. All rights reserved.