Transdisciplinary Theme

How we express ourselves: An inquiry into the ways in which we discover and express ideas, feelings, nature, culture, beliefs and values; the ways in which we reflect on, extend and enjoy our creativity; our appreciation of the aesthetic.

Central Idea

We communicate our ideas and discoveries in many ways.

Key Concepts and Related Concepts

• Form
• Connection
• Perspective

• Comparisons
• Relationships
• Communication
• Discovery

Lines of Inquiry

• 5 senses and how we use them to learn about our world 
• Relationship between the reader and writer
• How numbers and shapes relate to each other

Attributes of the Learner Profile

• Inquirer
• Risk-Taker
• Thinker

Approaches to Learning

• Communication Skills - Developing descriptive language (form and connection)
• Self - Management: Perseverance and Resilience
  • I can keep trying.
  • I can do hard things.
  • I will be ok.
     

FCPS Portrait of a Graduate Traits

• Creative and Critical Thinker
• Communicator