SNU Lab School (P-12)
Experiential Learning
For over 50 years the SNU Lab School has been commited to teacher training while "Building Character through Hands-On Learning." It is our responsibility to pass the torch to future generations of educators. This includes supporting career teachers and administrators with high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs offered through Southern Nazarene University's School of Education. Lab School students benefit each semester from university students being guided by master-level teachers as they learn to apply research-based best practices in the classroom.
Purpose
We exist to teach every child, to train the next generation of teachers, and to continuously improve through guided research.
Vision
To create flexible learning environments where students can learn both independently and collaboratively.
Mission
To create an experience where students grow and connect with their purpose through mastery learning in Christian community.
Core Values
Character Based
Community Focused
Guided Mastery
Experiential Learning
Standards-Based Mastery Scale
4 = Exceeds mastery of standards with minimal effort
3 = Consistently exhibits mastery of defined standards
2 = Progressing towards mastery of defined standards
1 = Requires continued support of defined standards
Project-Based Learning
Learning & Innovation
Creativity and Innovation
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Communication and Collaboration
Information, Media & Technology Skills
Information Literacy
Media Literacy
Communications and Technology Literacy
Life & Career Skills
Flexibility and Adaptability
Initiative and Self-Direction
Social and Cross-Cultural Skills
Productivity and Accountability
Leadership and Responsibility
Social Emotional Learning
Self-Awareness & Self-Management
Shows Emotional Awareness
Shows Emotion Regulation and Focus
Social Awareness & Relationship Skills
Recognizes Feelings/Perspectives of Others
Establishes/Maintains Healthy Relationships
Resolves Interpersonal Conflict
Responsible Decision Making
Independent Decision Making
Problem Solving in Groups
Content Area Learning
English Language Arts
Reading: Literature
Reading: Informational Text
Reading: Foundational Skills
Writing
Speaking & Listening
Language
Math
Counting & Cardinality
Operations & Algebraic Thinking
Number & Operations in Base Ten
Number & Operations: Fractions
Measurement & Data
Geometry
Science & Technical
Science Inquiry and Application
Earth and Space Science
Physical Science
Life Science
History & Social Studies
History
Geography
Civics
Economics
Connections
Specials (Art, Bible, Lib, Music, & PE)
Skills (Handwriting, Keyboarding)