Academics

English Language Arts

The English Language Arts curriculum at UAP represents a research-based approach to literacy development, promotes writing as a process and provides expectations for students to become effective communicators. The curriculum is based on the Scientific Reading Method, which includes Phonemic Awareness, Phonics, Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, and Fluency. The ten standards that follow define high expectations of literacy for UAP students:

1. Phonemic Awareness, Work Recognition and Fluency

2. Acquisition of Vocabulary

3. Reading Process: Concepts of Print, Comprehension Strategies and Self-Monitoring Strategies

4. Reading Applications: Informational, Technical and Persuasive Text

5. Reading Applications: Literary Text

6. Writing Process

7. Writing Applications

8. Writing Conventions

9. Research

10. Communication: Oral & Visual

Social Studies

Emphasizing the importance of developing social skills and working cooperatively with others and setting the foundation for healthy Islamic interaction with each other, in all areas of learning (such as sharing with others in the class, taking turns and waiting for turns, helping others, respecting the rights of others, respecting the authority of adults, self-care/independence, understanding the importance of family and community).

Mathematics

Universal Academy utilizes the Everyday Math Program. Students learn math concepts through the use of problem solving instructional methods, manipulatives, and games. The Mathematic curriculum at UAP prepares all students for success in the workplace and post-secondary education. Competency in mathematics includes an understanding of mathematical concepts, facility with mathematical skills, and application of concepts and skills to problem-solving situations. Students are able to communicate mathematical reasoning using mathematical and everyday language. The six standards that follow represent the mathematics content processes all students should know and be able to use as they progress through school. They include:

1. Number, Number Sense and Operations

2. Measurement

3. Geometry and Spatial Sense

4. Patterns, Functions, and Algebra

5. Data Analysis and Probability

6. Mathematical Processes

Science

The science curriculum at UAP focuses on creating students that will be able to be knowledgeable scientific participants in a global economy. The knowledge base of the science program includes science concepts, processes and ways of thinking. Students should be able to apply these skills and understandings to make informed personal decisions, to accurately communicate with a variety of audiences, to become lifelong learners, and to make successful transitions to postsecondary education and the work force. The standards include:

1. Earth and Space Science

2. Life Sciences

3. Physical Sciences

4. Science and Technology

5. Scientific Inquiry

6. Scientific Ways of Knowing

Art

Art is integrated into all subjects as children develop a sense of self-expression and creativity.

Technology

The technology academic content standards provide a set of clear, rigorous expectations for what all students should know and be able to do.

Physical education is considered a healthy component of a balanced lifestyle. In addition to learning and practicing a variety of healthy recreational activities, physical education provides an opportune time for health and social counseling, as well as sportsmanship and team-building skills. The Pennsylvania Department of Education provides the basic framework for the physical education curriculum while content that reinforces Islamic etiquette and behavior is integrated by the teacher to provide a holistic perspective.