Form 2: 2nd & 3rd Grade

Cultivating Perseverance in 2nd & 3rd Grade

Students in Form 2 are busily learning a broad range of skills while working toward independence in all things. At Lorien Wood, we aim to instill a sense of independence in these elementary years.

In Form 2, the two-year integral curriculum uses a concept for the year to tie together a series of units that are approximately six weeks in length. These units allow for rich discussions and experiences that ensure that history, science, math, the arts, communication, and religion all inform the student’s exploration of the topic.

Form 2 concepts rotate on a two-year cycle:

YEAR ONE — THE AMERICAN ADVENTURE: A PIONEERING SPIRIT

This year is composed of the following units:
 •  The First Americans: Living with the Land
 •  The Early English Settlers: Surviving in a New World
 •  The Thirteen Colonies: Building a New Life
 •  The New Nation: Establishing our Identity
 •  The Push West: Seeking Adventure
 •  The Final Frontiers: Exploring the Unknown

YEAR TWO — THE HEROIC QUEST

This year is composed of the following units:
 •  The Hero's Quest: A Life of Virtue
 •  The Quest for Valor: Military Heroes
 •  The Quest for Reverence: Heroes Seeking Truth
 •  The Quest for Perseverance: Heroes Against All Odds
 •  The Quest for Beauty: Creative Heroes
 •  The Quest for Confidence: I Can Be a Hero!

Field Trips & Experiential Learning:

Form 2 embark on a number of exciting field trips throughout the year. Here are just a few examples from Year Two, the Heroic Quest Curriculum. 

Jill's House: During the Quest for Perseverance, Form 2 visits Jill's House, gaining insight into the joys and challenges faced by families caring for children with disabilities.

Lincoln's Cottage: As part of their exploration of courage during the Quest for Valor, students visit Abraham Lincoln's Cottage, gaining a deeper understanding of Lincoln's resilience during the Civil War era.

Town of Vienna Civic Buildings: Students receive a comprehensive tour of Vienna's Civic buildings, engaging with local government and gaining firsthand knowledge about civic responsibility, including voting, while also touring the town's police and fire department.

National Gallery of Art: Form 2 enriches their study of beauty and artists by visiting the Modern & Contemporary Art exhibits at the East Wing of the National Gallery of Art.