Second Grade

Second grade at Taylor builds on first grade accomplishments and prepares students for the greater academic challenges of 3rd grade.

What’s special about second grade at Taylor?

• Strong team collaboration and shared vision
• Instruction based on Virginia’s second grade Standards of Learning
• Flexible grouping and differentiation of instruction based on the needs of children
• Hands-on, activity-based learning and assessment
• Integration of technology in learning experiences
• Unique learning opportunities include:
  • Opening – Starting the day together with first graders in song, celebration, and integration of academics
  • Interview –Applying language arts skills while learning about each second grader
  • Cuddle Up and Read – Promoting reading for pleasure during extended independent reading times
  • SOL Revue – Showcasing social studies and science learning through drama, song, and dance in an annual grand revue
• Strong home/school communication that includes the use of Blackboard, a web-based communication tool
• Active parent volunteer force