The children learn school is FUN. During the three (3) hour program, the students sing and dance, learn how to interact with their peers, discover letters and numbers, learn how to hold a pencil, paint and draw, explore science, and have their first introduction to Mandarin Chinese. They also enjoy a mid-morning snack and outside playtime. Programs are offered 2, 3 or 5 days each week.

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Summary: 2, 3 or 5 days per week. 3 hours per day. Students must be 3 before Sept 1.

In Kindergarten, children begin their elementary school journey. In addition to learning how to read, write and spell, the children also explore science with field trips and classroom experiments, learn to speak Mandarin Chinese, and begin studying math using the highly regarded Singapore math curriculum. Art, dance and music and integrated into the curriculum. The children enjoy a morning snack, lunch and two outside recess periods.

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Why the PCRS uses an international model. US performance behind rest of world: TIMSS, PISA

Summary: 5 days per week. 5.5 hours per day. Students must be 5 before Sept 1.

The elementary and middle school program is designed to bring students to an academic level comparable to what is found overseas. As part of the program students study math, science, history, geography, English, Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. The arts, physical education and community service are also included as a part of the program. Each subject area is taught by a teacher with expertise in that field. The PCRS believes recess breaks are an important part of the school day and offers two each day for all elementary school aged children.

Note: Students do not need any special foreign language exposure to enter this program.

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Why the PCRS uses an international model. US performance behind rest of world: TIMSS, PISA

Summary: 5 days per week. 7.5 hours per day. The PCRS follows the same grade level age requirements as the public school system.

MANDARIN CHINESE LANGUAGE IMMERSION TRACK - In this program, children receive most of their instruction in Mandarin Chinese. The students study English grammar, spelling, writing and reading and learn history, geography, math, sceince, Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. The subjects are taught through traditional approaches as well as through music, art and culture. The program also includes physical education, visual and performing arts and community service. New students with no foreign language exposure are welcome to enroll in this program for grade 1. New students in grade 2 and above are encourage to enroll in the Upper Grades program.

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Why the PCRS uses an international model. US performance behind rest of world: TIMSS, PISA

Summary: 5 days per week. 7.5 hours per day. New students in grade 2 and above are encouraged to enroll in the Upper Grades program. The PCRS follows the same grade level age requirements as the public school system.

The PCRS offers a complete Academic Support and Enrichment Program. The program includes fun activities in the arts, physical education, community service, science, math, foreign language as well as academic support. The program operates between 8:15 am and 5:30 pm whenever classes are not in session.

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Summary: 5 days per week. 8:15 - 5:30 pm each day whenever academic classes are not in session.