Second Grade
Highlights
Science
What is Science? ● Plant Growth Conditions ● Pollination & Seed Dispersal ● Habitats ● Biodiversity of Life on Earth ● Living Things Change Their Environment ● Solids, Liquids & Gases ● Heating & Cooling ● Material Properties & Purposes ● Classification of Materials ● Timescale of Earth's Events ● Changing the Shape of the Land ● Maps of Landforms ● Oceans, Lakes & Rivers
Social Studies
Leaders & Government ● Location ● Communities and Resources ● America's Beginnings ● Family History ● Heroes ● A World of Cultures ● North America ● Why People Work
Math
Numbers to 1000 ● Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide ● Measurement ● Time ● Money ● Fractions
ELA
Read & Identify Elements of Realistic Fiction, Informational Texts, Poetry, Fiction, Tales, Fables, Legends, Folklores & Biographies ● Write a Paragraph, Report, Letter & a "How to" article ● Review and master Manuscript & Learn Cursive Writing ● Learn Vowel Sounds, Blends, Digraphs, Syllables, Prefixes, Suffixes, & Spelling Patterns
Bible
The Life of Christ According to the Gospels
Field Trips
- Apple Farm
- YSI at Vasona Park
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- History San Jose
Activities
- Using Research Engines
- Research Trees & Patterns in Tree Bark
- Write a Letter to the Principal about Traditions They Think the School Should Celebrate
- Create a Time Capsule
Teachers
Jana Ghilardi
Mrs. Jana Ghilardi holds a degree in Science from St Catherine University of Minnesota. In 2020, she enrolled at Pacific Oaks College for a masters in education, as well as a K-12 credential. She loves spending her time outdoors with her family, biking, walking, going to the beach, skiing, rollerblading, spending time with friends and exploring new places.
Jordynn Lewman
Miss. Jordynn Lewman graduated from Sonoma State University with a BA in Early Childhood Studies. She taught 4th grade in San Francisco for three years before joining our team at CCS. Miss. Lewman focuses on not just the academic success of a child, but guides students growth and development into becoming a God-loving member of the community. In her free time, she enjoys taking her dog, Harley, for walks on the beach and skiing in the winter. She is also active on the leadership team of her church young adult group, Collective Community.