Our Learning Structure
Flexible & Personalized Core Program:
Designed for students who learn beyond traditional grade levels, ensuring every learner is challenged and inspired.
Foundational Curriculum:
- Includes reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.
- Delivered through small group instruction, leveled curriculum, and hands-on exploration.
Creative Approaches:
Tailored methods for learners at different levels:
- Math: Manipulative’s for understanding fractions, cooking projects for application.
- Writing: Support for storytelling, coaching for complex essays.
- Blended days: We blend our days with our foundations courses and Enrichment to ensure a balanced and exciting day.
Diverse Teaching Methods:
- Engages advanced thinkers and strengthens executive functioning skills.
- Makes learning meaningful and relevant.
Cultivating Thinkers & Creators:
Prepares students for the world while honoring each child's individuality and pace.
Dedicated Educators:
All courses are led by certified educators focused on customizing curriculum to inspire and stretch every learner's potential.
Sample Schedule
A typical Day at Carpe Diem
Foundational skills, discovery, joy in learning
9:30–9:40
Arrival & Morning Warm-Up
9:45–10:00
Morning Circle & Emotional Check-In
10:00–10:45
Language Arts (leveled phonics, creative writing)
10:45–11:30
Math Block (hands-on games, instruction + guided practice)
11:30–12:30
Lunch
12:30–1:15
STEAM or Social Studies (science labs, engineering builds, community studies, geography)
1:30–2:15
Enrichment Rotation (intro to financial literacy, little leaders, art, music, physical education, drama, foreign language, gardening, life skills)
2:15–2:30
Snack Break
2:30–3:20
Project Time / Journals / Creative Expression
3:25–3:45
Clean-Up & Pack-Up / Dismissal
