Curriculum
The curriculum serves as a living document that can continually evolve in response to student and societal needs. With skills such as communication, collaboration, and active participation and authentic real-world experiences embedded, Colonial's course offerings foster skills and attitudes that enable children to think critically, creatively, and constructively – and give our students the tools they need to be ready for college and a career.
The Curriculum Department features a team of content supervisors who have the “big picture” view and can make sure that concepts are covered in a relevant way and that the curriculum builds effectively from year-to-year – offering our students all the academic skills and knowledge necessary to be successful in the future.
In addition to monitoring and refining what students learn in the classroom, the Curriculum Department also studies best practices in lesson delivery and design and administers a strategic award-winning professional development program for staff.
Our Values
Curriculum News
![students and staff work together at the Comp Plan meeting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1743530621/colonial/xfi33n7obbfqyozl0kuy/ComprehensivePlanUpdate.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1743530621/colonial/xfi33n7obbfqyozl0kuy/ComprehensivePlanUpdate.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1743530621/colonial/xfi33n7obbfqyozl0kuy/ComprehensivePlanUpdate.png","width":800}])
The document will help guide the District's instructional initiatives and programming for the next three years.
![Mayor Aronson virtual visit to CES]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741976395/colonial/hvjopdivm32pbmrl1umw/MayorAronsonvirtualvisittoCES.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741976395/colonial/hvjopdivm32pbmrl1umw/MayorAronsonvirtualvisittoCES.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741976395/colonial/hvjopdivm32pbmrl1umw/MayorAronsonvirtualvisittoCES.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741976395/colonial/hvjopdivm32pbmrl1umw/MayorAronsonvirtualvisittoCES.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741976395/colonial/hvjopdivm32pbmrl1umw/MayorAronsonvirtualvisittoCES.png","width":1280}])
The students were completing a unit on local, state, and federal government.
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The young scientists discover complex science concepts by carrying out investigations and solving problems.
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Take a peek inside the classroom by viewing short video clips about how our students, teachers, and staff are living out the District's mission statement.
![five sixth graders each holding a bath bomb]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734921659/colonial/gdsqrrxtvipa8m9nygwl/CMSBathBombs.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734921659/colonial/gdsqrrxtvipa8m9nygwl/CMSBathBombs.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1734921659/colonial/gdsqrrxtvipa8m9nygwl/CMSBathBombs.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1734921659/colonial/gdsqrrxtvipa8m9nygwl/CMSBathBombs.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734921659/colonial/gdsqrrxtvipa8m9nygwl/CMSBathBombs.png","width":1280}])
Learn more about the fizzy lesson that combines chemistry and creativity. Plus find directions to try it at home.
![Student show off their projects]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734728641/colonial/alwrvwxkqnos6iosmzcl/DSC_8638.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734728641/colonial/alwrvwxkqnos6iosmzcl/DSC_8638.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1734728641/colonial/alwrvwxkqnos6iosmzcl/DSC_8638.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1734728641/colonial/alwrvwxkqnos6iosmzcl/DSC_8638.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1734728641/colonial/alwrvwxkqnos6iosmzcl/DSC_8638.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1734728641/colonial/alwrvwxkqnos6iosmzcl/DSC_8638.jpg","width":2200}])
Students created children's books, posters, poems, and even a cardboard village and board game while learning about some of heroes of the American Revolution.
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The Colonial Middle School students inertia by experimenting with "an object at rest remaining at rest."
![PAEA Outstanding Art Community Badge]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1726233413/colonial/iw5t3yqnd3pejvdzore4/OutstandingArtCommunityThumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1726233413/colonial/iw5t3yqnd3pejvdzore4/OutstandingArtCommunityThumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1726233413/colonial/iw5t3yqnd3pejvdzore4/OutstandingArtCommunityThumbnail.jpg","width":800}])
Thanks to Colonial's talented art teachers, the District received the award from the PA Art Education Association.
![children and high school volunteers painting rocks]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717516732/colonial/tdzijr8fmtuwlkynfonl/ELLFamilyFunNightThumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717516732/colonial/tdzijr8fmtuwlkynfonl/ELLFamilyFunNightThumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1717516732/colonial/tdzijr8fmtuwlkynfonl/ELLFamilyFunNightThumbnail.jpg","width":800}])
English Language Learners and their families, teachers, and volunteers came together for activities and games.
![two high school students talking to a table of elementary students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1717440621/colonial/fbijunogkwi0ghxh2qit/PWCESEconThumb.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1717440621/colonial/fbijunogkwi0ghxh2qit/PWCESEconThumb.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1717440621/colonial/fbijunogkwi0ghxh2qit/PWCESEconThumb.jpg","width":800}])
PWHS students shared lessons on inflation, supply and demand, fiscal policy, and more with students at CES.
Contact Curriculum
Nancy Aiken
Administrative Assistant
610-834-1670, ext. 2154
Click here to email Ms. Aiken
Curriculum Reports
Click on the name to access the corresponding document.
- Colonial School District
Comprehensive Plan
2022-2025 - Colonial School District Comprehensive Plan 2025-2028 (DRAFT)
- Gifted Education Plan
Assurances (Chapter 16)
2022-2025 - Gifted Education Plan Assurances (Chapter 16) 2025-2028 (DRAFT)
- Induction Plan (Chapter 49) 2025-2028
- Professional Development
Plan (Act 48) 2022-2025 - Professional Development Plan (Act 48) 2025-2028 (DRAFT)