Curriculum and Instruction

The Board of Education considers curriculum improvement to be a top priority for the district. To meet the educational needs of each child and to ensure success in school and life beyond school the Board shall adopt a district curriculum which reflects district philosophy, responds to student needs and abilities, and is consistent with the requirements of law. Insofar as possible, this curriculum shall also reflect the desires of the community and the needs of society as a whole. 

Comprehensive Core Program

The Davis Joint Unified School District offers a comprehensive educational program based on a foundation of basic skills with an emphasis on academic achievement to meet the needs of all students. The program provides sequentially developed curricula in English/language arts, foreign language, mathematics, physical and natural sciences, fine arts, history and other social sciences, guidance, physical education, vocational education and many extracurricular activities. In order to provide a comprehensive program for all students, continuous assessment, evaluation and modification are integral parts of the program.

The comprehensive core program also includes the following:

• Dramatic Arts
• Instrumental Music
• Vocal Music
• Library Programs
• Advanced Placement Classes
• Regional Occupation Programs (ROP)
• Family Life/Sex/AIDS Education
• Drug, Alcohol, and Tobacco Education
• Interscholastic Athletic Programs
• Computer Education
• School to Career  

K-12 Content Standards Adopted by the California State Board of Education

Content standards were designed to encourage the highest achievement of every student, by defining the knowledge, concepts, and skills that students should acquire at each grade level.