Curriculum Information
Teaching & Learning Staff
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Kristen Santilli, Executive Director of Curriculum & Special Services
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Tina Xavier, Supervisor of Teaching & Learning
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Katie Sedlock, Administrative Assistant
Curriculum
Shelton Public Schools' curriculum is one that is aligned with rigorous state standards. Shelton's curriculum aligns with the district's Theory of Action: If the Shelton Public Schools Community effectively teaches, guides, and prepares our students through a series of milestones, that are designed to provide opportunities for our students to demonstrate their abilities in areas we feel are crucial to their preparation for their life’s journey, such as critical thinking and problem solving, creativity and innovation, flexibility and adaptability, initiative and self-direction, collaboration and empathy. Then the students will grow into capable adults, confident and well-prepared to adapt and thrive in the rapidly changing global society.
Shelton Public Schools has a universal curriculum design that vertically and horizontally aligns standards, the Vision of the Graduate (VOG), and resources across all grade levels, from Pre-K to 12. We are committed to providing a comprehensive curriculum that meets the needs of our students and prepares them for the future.
We invite you to peruse the curricular resources on this page to learn more about the rigorous educational programs that make Shelton Public Schools a place where every student can succeed.
If you have any questions about teaching and learning, please contact Kristen Santilli at ksantilli@sheltonpublicschools.org
Office of Teaching & Learning
382 Long Hill Avenue, Room 103
Shelton, CT 06484
Phone: 203-924-1023, ext. 317
Fax: 203-567-8215
English Language Arts Grades K-8
Wit and Wisdom is an English Language Arts curriculum that brings the rich content, including wisdom, wonder, rigor, and knowledge, and that literature, history, art, and science all have a place in ELA instruction.
Geodes are based on the belief that by giving developing readers captivating and accessible books about the world, children will become lifelong learners. These books allow students to not just apply phonics skills but also build enduring knowledge and cultivate a deep learning experience.
The Heggerty Phonemic Awareness program is implemented from Pre-K to Grade 2. It helps students to build strong literacy foundations. The program follows a systematic progression of skill development, highlighting a range of phonological and phonemic awareness skills.
