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Super K Program

Super K:  for Advanced and Gifted Children Ages 4-6

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​This special community is designed for young gifted students ages 4-6-years-old. Arising from the experience of many years of teaching gifted children, we have developed a way to best meet the needs of 4-6-year-olds who are driven to learn, and/or have already climbed off the charts in their academic achievements. Cyprus Classical Academy provides specialized care and instruction for our youngest students while offering the best of the Academy's philosophy and academics with curriculum delivered in an age-appropriate way.
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​Cyprus Classical Academy has a unique structure that allows for customized school schedules for each student. Young students in Super K enjoy the benefits of a customized school schedule, but also experience the community-building benefits that come with their home-base classroom. 

As a group, Super K students participate in circle time, a dedicated snack time, recess, and lunch. Most Super K students also are together for history, science, art, and PE classes. 


School Hours
  • Arrival:  7:50 - 8:10
  • School Hours:  8:10 - 3:00
  • Extended Day Program: 3:00 - 6:00
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Morning Meeting
At 8:10, Cyprus teachers greet all Academy students and discuss the upcoming day. In Morning Meeting, we:
  • Discuss the character trait of the month and ways that students can incorporate this trait into their daily actions.
  • Announce any changes in schedule for the day
  • Announce indoor or outdoor recess (due to weather)
  • Pledge of Allegiance
  • Patriotic Songs
​1st Period: Circle Time
Super K students use 1st period for Circle-Time where the class:
  • Builds a friendly community
  • Develops social skills
  • Practices team building
  • Works on practical life skills 

 2nd - 5th Periods
Each Super K student has a customized schedule specifically designed for them to take classes based on their ability, achievement and pacing.  Each student's schedule includes the following:​
Reading & Language
  • Each student is assessed and be placed at an appropriate level for their ability, achievement, and pacing.  
  • Students in early elementary levels work one-on-one completing daily lessons with their teacher.  Lessons include reading, handwriting and pre-composition. 
  • Students who are reading fluently begin an LLC (Literature, Language, and Composition) class that includes reading, handwriting, vocabulary, composition, and grammar.
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Mathematics
  • Each student is assessed and be placed at an appropriate level for their ability, achievement, and pacing.  
  • Students in early elementary levels work one-on-one completing daily lessons with their teacher.
  • Some students have reached a level where they are placed in a math class with other students near their age and of a similar ability level.  Class sizes may range from 2-10 students.
  • Students have been placed as high as the 4th grade level in Super K.
Music & The Arts
Super K students spend time each day in a class dedicated to the arts.  This class includes music, art, crafts, drama, and team building activities.

Montessori-Inspired Activity Time
When they are not attending formal classes, Super K students will be learning in a Montessori-inspired environment with individual, hands-on learning activities which foster independence and respect for themselves, their classmates, and their environment.  
6th - 8th Periods
After lunch, Super K students take the following classes:

History
Super K students come together to learn about history with our hands-on history curriculum.  Our goal is for students to develop a love for learning about the past.

Science
Super K students learn life, physical, and earth science through lessons developed for young gifted learners.

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Chinese
Super K students attend a daily Chinese class where they experience an exposure to the language through speaking, singing, learning characters, and activities.​​
Additional Classes
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Physical Education
Super K students enjoy at least one P.E. class each week, and spend time outdoors as much as possible.

Choir
In November-December and April-May, a choir class is added to student schedules.  The Academy performs their musical program in December and May. 
Included in the Super K Daily Routine

Snack

Super K students all come together once again in their classroom for a dedicated time for snack.  This is another time that students practice social skills, teamwork, and practical life skills.
Recess
Students go outdoors for recess for 30 minutes each day when it is not below zero or actively precipitating.  

Lunch
Students may bring their own lunch or order lunch provided by Lancer.

About Cyprus Classical Academy

It is a challenge knowing what to do if your child is gifted. There are many obstacles that traditional schools present to gifted children’s learning needs. The solution is ability-based education with a customized school schedule specifically designed to meet the unique needs of your gifted learner.

Cyprus Classical Academy is an ability-based elementary school providing quality education for advanced and gifted students that is unsurpassed by any other school, public or private, charter, or magnet. Cyprus is a school that offers customized school schedules and pacing for each student while maintaining a school structure and organized curriculum. Cyprus students are given an excellent education in Math, Literature & Composition, Public Speaking, Foreign Language, Arts, History, Science, and Technology.

Contact Us To Discuss Your Child's Future

  • Home
  • About
    • Overview
    • Philosophy
    • Awards and Accomplishments
    • Topics in Gifted Education
    • FAQ
    • What happens after Cyprus?
  • Cyprus Online
  • Admissions
    • Admission Requirements
    • Application Process
    • Tuition Assistance >
      • Financial Aid
    • Application & Uniforms
  • Academics
    • Science
    • Mathematics
    • Literature/Composition
    • Language Arts
    • History
    • Foreign Language Programs
    • The Arts
  • Super K
  • Extended Day
  • Donate
  • Contact Us
  • News