Academics
Students grow in both academics and character. Our curriculum builds a strong foundation in core subjects while reinforcing positive habits through social-emotional learning and a school-wide growth mindset. Classrooms are safe and supportive spaces where students are encouraged to reflect, stay curious, and keep trying, even when learning feels challenging. With daily writing, creative exploration, and physical activity, every child has the opportunity to thrive.
English Language Arts
Math
Students gain a solid foundation in mathematical concepts while practicing real-world problem-solving. Our math instruction combines direct teaching with opportunities for hands-on practice and collaborative learning. Students build confidence as they master essential skills and begin thinking critically about how math applies to their daily lives.
Science
Science instruction encourages students to ask questions, investigate ideas, and explore the world around them. Through engaging lessons and hands-on experiments, students build knowledge in life, physical, and Earth sciences. Our growth mindset approach supports curiosity and perseverance as students develop scientific thinking.
Physical Education
Physical Education supports students’ physical health, coordination, and well-being. Through games and movement-based activities, students learn the value of teamwork, sportsmanship, and persistence. PE is a key part of the school day, helping students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn.
Art
Students engage with art as a way to express themselves, build confidence, and explore their creativity. From drawing and painting to multimedia projects, art instruction supports students’ academic and emotional development. Creative work is celebrated as a vital part of a well-rounded education.
Instructional Model
Our school is built on a strong foundation of high expectations for academic achievement for all students. Our instructional
model has four key components to achieve strong academic results:
Individualized Instruction
Students participate in a variety of learning activities each day that individualize instruction for each subject area. Students receive whole class instruction, small group instruction, and individual instruction with teachers, technology and other curricular tools.
Properly Certified & Licensed Teachers
Our teachers meet the educator qualification requirements outlined in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA): Bachelor’s degree, grade-level teaching license/certificate & ability to demonstrate subject area expertise. Our teachers are supported by trainers and participate in continuous, research-based professional development. Our teachers are accountable for student learning and rewarded for high quality performance.
More Time on Task
Our students receive double the instruction in ELA and Math to provide a strong foundation for all learning. Beginning with full-day Kindergarten, our school also follows a longer school day and school year than many other schools.
Short Cycle Assessments
Student knowledge of academic standards is assessed formally and informally in short cycles by each teacher. Our teachers adjust class-level and individual instruction based on student performance in these frequent intervals.
Recent News
Child Find
Northcoast Academy serves a diverse population of students and we work to support the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of all students.
Jessica Garton
Director of Special Education
jgarton@accelschools.com
(216) 429-0232
Social Studies