Middlebury Elementary School

As our world changes at an accelerating pace, the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to negotiate the complexities of life also change.  Therefore, a relevant social studies curriculum is an essential part of schooling.  The Region 15 social studies curriculum is aligned with both state and national standards.  It balances and spirals the learning of concepts, skills, and developmentally appropriate content.  Instruction includes thought provoking activities, hands-on experiences, and performance based assessments using a variety of resources.

Students in kindergarten will begin their social studies journey with the units entitled All About me and What I Can Be, and My Country’s Celebrations.  In grade one, the students will learn about the Culture of Our Families, Our School Community, and Change Continuity in Our Neighborhood.  The journey will continue in grade two as the students focus on What Makes a Community, Our Towns-Southbury/Middlebury, and Our Community:  Then and Now. Students in grade three will study Waterway Communities, Agricultural Communities and Urban Communities.  In grade four, students will learn about Connecticut’s History, Economics and Geography in Connecticut and the Government/Civics of Connecticut.  The elementary journey will culminate in fifth grade with the study of Native Americans, Age of Exploration, and Colonial America.