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K-2
Kindergarten – 2nd Grade · 4 gaps to close
Step 1
Art
Why: Visual literacy and creative expression.
- 1 art project / week
- Visit 1 virtual museum / month
- Keep a sketchbook
Step 2
Computer Science
Why: Computational thinking is foundational for the modern workforce.
- 1 coding lesson / week (CS50, Khan)
- 1 small project / month
- Practice algorithms
Step 3
Music
Why: Improves working memory, discipline and pattern recognition.
- 10 min daily practice on an instrument
- Listen actively 1×/week
- Learn basic theory
Step 4
Physical Education
Why: Physical health supports cognitive performance and well-being.
- 3× 30-min workouts / week
- 1 team sport / activity
- Track steps daily
- 2
3-5
3rd – 5th Grade · 5 gaps to close
Step 1
Art
Why: Visual literacy and creative expression.
- 1 art project / week
- Visit 1 virtual museum / month
- Keep a sketchbook
Step 2
Computer Science
Why: Computational thinking is foundational for the modern workforce.
- 1 coding lesson / week (CS50, Khan)
- 1 small project / month
- Practice algorithms
Step 3
Foreign Language
Why: Bilingualism opens academic + career doors and improves ELA skills.
- Daily 15-min app practice
- 1 conversation / week
- Watch native content w/ subs
Step 4
Music
Why: Improves working memory, discipline and pattern recognition.
- 10 min daily practice on an instrument
- Listen actively 1×/week
- Learn basic theory
Step 5
Physical Education
Why: Physical health supports cognitive performance and well-being.
- 3× 30-min workouts / week
- 1 team sport / activity
- Track steps daily
- 3
6-8
6th – 8th Grade (Middle School) · 6 gaps to close
Step 1
Art
Why: Visual literacy and creative expression.
- 1 art project / week
- Visit 1 virtual museum / month
- Keep a sketchbook
Step 2
Computer Science
Why: Computational thinking is foundational for the modern workforce.
- 1 coding lesson / week (CS50, Khan)
- 1 small project / month
- Practice algorithms
Step 3
Foreign Language
Why: Bilingualism opens academic + career doors and improves ELA skills.
- Daily 15-min app practice
- 1 conversation / week
- Watch native content w/ subs
Step 4
Health
Why: Nutrition, mental health, and safety literacy.
- 1 health chapter / week
- Track sleep + nutrition
- Practice mindfulness
Step 5
Music
Why: Improves working memory, discipline and pattern recognition.
- 10 min daily practice on an instrument
- Listen actively 1×/week
- Learn basic theory
Step 6
Physical Education
Why: Physical health supports cognitive performance and well-being.
- 3× 30-min workouts / week
- 1 team sport / activity
- Track steps daily
- 4
9-12
9th – 12th Grade (High School) · 8 gaps to close
Step 1
Art
Why: Visual literacy and creative expression.
- 1 art project / week
- Visit 1 virtual museum / month
- Keep a sketchbook
Step 2
Computer Science
Why: Computational thinking is foundational for the modern workforce.
- 1 coding lesson / week (CS50, Khan)
- 1 small project / month
- Practice algorithms
Step 3
Economics
Why: Personal finance + understanding markets and policy.
- Read 1 econ article / week
- Watch Khan Econ playlist
- Build a budget
Step 4
Electives & Career Prep
Why: Explore interests and build a career portfolio.
- Try 1 elective / semester
- Update résumé monthly
- Job-shadow / informational interview
Step 5
Health
Why: Nutrition, mental health, and safety literacy.
- 1 health chapter / week
- Track sleep + nutrition
- Practice mindfulness
Step 6
Music
Why: Improves working memory, discipline and pattern recognition.
- 10 min daily practice on an instrument
- Listen actively 1×/week
- Learn basic theory
Step 7
Physical Education
Why: Physical health supports cognitive performance and well-being.
- 3× 30-min workouts / week
- 1 team sport / activity
- Track steps daily
Step 8
Study Skills & College Prep
Why: Time management, note-taking, and test-prep are force multipliers.
- Use spaced repetition (Anki)
- Plan with a weekly calendar
- Practice SAT/ACT sections
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College
Undergraduate (College) · 10 gaps to close
Step 1
Art
Why: Visual literacy and creative expression.
- 1 art project / week
- Visit 1 virtual museum / month
- Keep a sketchbook
Step 2
Computer Science
Why: Computational thinking is foundational for the modern workforce.
- 1 coding lesson / week (CS50, Khan)
- 1 small project / month
- Practice algorithms
Step 3
Economics
Why: Personal finance + understanding markets and policy.
- Read 1 econ article / week
- Watch Khan Econ playlist
- Build a budget
Step 4
Electives & Career Prep
Why: Explore interests and build a career portfolio.
- Try 1 elective / semester
- Update résumé monthly
- Job-shadow / informational interview
Step 5
Engineering
Why: Applied math + science. Highly valued at college level.
- Pick a project (CAD, robotics)
- Read 1 engineering case / week
- Join a maker community
Step 6
Foreign Language
Why: Bilingualism opens academic + career doors and improves ELA skills.
- Daily 15-min app practice
- 1 conversation / week
- Watch native content w/ subs
Step 7
Music
Why: Improves working memory, discipline and pattern recognition.
- 10 min daily practice on an instrument
- Listen actively 1×/week
- Learn basic theory
Step 8
Philosophy
Why: Critical thinking, ethics, and argumentation.
- Read 1 primary text / month
- Practice argument mapping
- Discuss with a peer
Step 9
Physical Education
Why: Physical health supports cognitive performance and well-being.
- 3× 30-min workouts / week
- 1 team sport / activity
- Track steps daily
Step 10
Psychology
Why: Understand learning, behavior, and mental wellness.
- Read 1 intro chapter / week
- Watch Crash Course Psychology
- Keep a reflection journal
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Graduate
Graduate (Master's & PhD) · 6 gaps to close
Step 1
Computer Science
Why: Computational thinking is foundational for the modern workforce.
- 1 coding lesson / week (CS50, Khan)
- 1 small project / month
- Practice algorithms
Step 2
Economics
Why: Personal finance + understanding markets and policy.
- Read 1 econ article / week
- Watch Khan Econ playlist
- Build a budget
Step 3
Electives & Career Prep
Why: Explore interests and build a career portfolio.
- Try 1 elective / semester
- Update résumé monthly
- Job-shadow / informational interview
Step 4
Engineering
Why: Applied math + science. Highly valued at college level.
- Pick a project (CAD, robotics)
- Read 1 engineering case / week
- Join a maker community
Step 5
Philosophy
Why: Critical thinking, ethics, and argumentation.
- Read 1 primary text / month
- Practice argument mapping
- Discuss with a peer
Step 6
Psychology
Why: Understand learning, behavior, and mental wellness.
- Read 1 intro chapter / week
- Watch Crash Course Psychology
- Keep a reflection journal