Special Subjects
At John Lewis Elementary School, special subjects offered include Library, Art, Music, Physical Education, Dance and Drama studies.
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Library
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Goal: To provide a welcome, inclusive and open library where every student can access and utilize print, digital, and multimedia resources, inspire curiosity and innovation, problem solving and creation.
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Information Resources:
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dcps.follettdestiny.com / Search “John Lewis” – our catalog which allows you to search for titles and check on their availability
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Destiny Discover – e-books/audiobook collection accessible to students with ID
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DCPL Resources – all students are able to use TrueFlix, FreedomFlix, etc with their DC ONE Card
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Resource Lists- ELA teams provided with curriculum based titles to support their units.
Drama
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This 24/25 school year we have a full-time drama teacher and year-long drama/performing arts specials class. Last 23/24 school year we presented Willy Wonka Kids for our school play production. Starting in the winter/spring all interested students' Pre-kindergarten - 5th grade will be able to audition to participate in the school musical, and rehearsals are held after school Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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Dance, Art and Music
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Arts education at JLES cultivates students’ ability to create and empowers them to use their voice with courage.
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DCPS Arts develops the critical problem solving and communication skills of students that are vital in creating today’s complex society. The Framework for Arts Learning is a curriculum that encompasses all arts disciplines, aligning student investigations and experiences from the youngest school age to graduation.
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To learn more information about the DCPS Arts Curriculum, click here.
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Students receive a minimum of 45 minutes of music and visual arts instruction each week, and, through partners and local schools, have opportunities to experience museums and performances throughout the city.
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Physical Education
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PE class provides academic programming that develops motor skill competency and applies concepts related to movement and performance with a focus on understanding and valuing the importance of physical activity throughout one’s lifetime. Physical Education has shifted from a competitive environment to one that is more inclusive and focuses on cooperative challenges, social interaction, self-expression and realizing personal goals while developing students’ intrinsic motivation to engage in physical activity.
