Academics

ELD English Language Development

English Language Development is a program for students who speak another language at home. Students are assessed and, if recommended for the program, attend class to improve English proficiency in grammar, vocabulary, listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students attend classes for 30, 45, or 90 minutes, according to their proficiency. When students reach grade-level proficiency, they return to their mainstream classrooms.

Enrichment (Gifted and Talented)

Any students needing an extra challenge and/or more in-depth instruction are provided enrichment learning opportunities through the Gifted and Talented (GT) teacher in addition to the regular classroom teacher’s differentiated instruction. Additionally, all formally identified GT students are placed on an Advanced Learning Plan (ALP) with individual learning goals crafted in collaboration with the student and their families. Other enrichment opportunities may include the District Spelling Bee, Odyssey of the Mind, and the Robotics Team, depending on student interest and the availability of activity sponsors.

Health and Wellness Programs

B. F. Kitchen is committed to the health and well-being of each and every student. A variety of health and wellness activities are offered to encourage healthy lifestyles. The programs include an annual student-led 9Health Fair, Healthy Hearts Club, Healthy Kids Club, BMI Screening, Jump Rope for Heart, 4th-grade swimming lessons, the Tiger Trample Fundraiser, Fine Arts and Fitness Nights, and weekly Health Education lessons in each classroom.

Exceptional Student Services

Special Education services are available at B.F. Kitchen Elementary School to students who have identified disabilities. Disabilities are determined through an extensive assessment process that examines all aspects of the child’s functioning, including educational, social/emotional, physical, communication, and cognitive. At B.F. Kitchen, we have 3 ways a student can receive services under the umbrella of special education. The Resource program, Speech/Language program, Occupational Therapy program, and the School Psychologist work closely together to facilitate all aspects of the Special Education Services Department.

Learning Center

The Resource program works with students with learning, emotional, speech/language, and physical disabilities to help them succeed academically. Students in the Resource program work on reading, writing, oral language, and math skills by learning strategies to strengthen their learning and facilitate access to the curriculum.

Speech/Language

The Speech/Language program works with students primarily with speech and/or language disabilities that are interfering with the child’s ability to reach their potential in the classroom. This interference could be due to articulation difficulties that are not age-appropriate, difficulties with understanding, and/or deficits in fine and gross motor skills, which, in turn, cause a significant academic impact.