Brain Based Curriculum At Friendship Day School we follow the NC Standard Course of Study and utilize the following curriculum for each core area:Literacy: ReadyGenMath: EnvisionSci: McGraw HillSocial Studies: McGraw HillIn addition to this we utilize Flocabulary, IXL, and Raz Kids, just to name a few. Special AreasPhysical EducationSpanishSTEM LabYoga MindfulnessViolinVisual Arts Learning Environment At Friendship Day School for the Sciences and the Arts, your child will thrive in this abundant learning environment. Our scholars will: develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills to engage in 21st-century challenges gain exposure to academic rigor that prepares him/her for the competitive environments of college-bound students participate in an accelerated curriculum with strong focus on the scientific method of thinking be prepared for a global society by exposure to other cultures and languages, including off-campus field trips learn self-direction and responsibility through guided meditation, character building, freedom of express, and exploration experience learning in small class sizes and receive individualized instruction enhance his/her artistic ability and verbal skills through an innovative and integrated arts program