Goals and Expectations for Entry into Lower Elementary

• Ability to work independently
• Ability to concentrate on work
• Ability to follow through on assigned work within a specific period of time
• Ability to complete a cycle of activity
• Self-directed in choosing work
• Motivated learner
• Ability to work in a small group

• Respect for self, peers, adults, school environment and natural environment
• Willingness to try challenging physical and academic tasks
• Positive self image
• Ability to deal with frustration appropriately

• Ability to work and play well with others
• Developing problem solving techniques for personal relationships
• Ability to contribute to group discussions in a courteous and responsible manner

• Fine motor coordination necessary for legible handwriting
• Gross motor coordination and balance to:
  Walk with alternating feet on balance beam and control eye and foot coordination
  Hang from overhead bar and support own body weight
  Hop, jump, gallop/skip
  Throw and catch a ball
  Crossover midline

• To be presented during promotion procedures