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Our Student Offerings
Chapman’s Retreat Elementary students have a wide range of program opportunities to participate in before, during, and after the school day. Whether a leadership team, musical group, physical activity, or book group, there is something for every Chapman's Cheetah. Be sure to explore information about our Media Center, our Specials classes, and our amazing counseling program.
Wondering about before and after school care? Please see the SACC section for detailed information regarding the CRES before and after school program.
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Related Arts Classes
At Chapman’s Retreat Elementary, we pride ourselves on developing the whole student. Daily offerings of special area classes help to meet that goal. Our related arts classes are on a 5-day rotation. Students attend a 50 minute class of music, art, library/technology once a week, and Physical Education twice a week.
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Art
The art department at Chapman’s Retreat creates a fun way for students to learn many techniques using the art mediums of crayons, markers, color sticks, paint, paper, clay, and more. Art history studies movements in art. Students will also learn the way artists have influenced the world around them. Technology is used to help students search for information and compare artworks. Students are given the chance to grow as budding artists. Each child is encouraged to express himself or herself. Student artwork is displayed through an exhibit at a Nashville art museum and the WCS Spring Fine Arts Festival.
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Guidance
The school counselors wear many hats. They lead classroom guidance and conduct small groups. They also meet with individual students to cater to individual needs. School counselors also help to coordinate 504 meetings. Classroom guidance consists of lessons on character development and focuses on one character word per month. Lessons also focus on life skills such as personal, social, emotional and career development. More information on counseling can be found by exploring our School Counseling page.
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Library
The CRES Library Media Center, also known as the Learning Commons, strives to be a hub for all students, faculty, and staff. At the heart of our school, the media center aims to be a firm foundation for not only literacy but all facets of lifelong learning. Through literature, technology, research, multiple types of media, and classroom collaboration, the library program uses many forms of learning. Our media specialist helps students find interesting and appropriate reading material. They offer practice and reading support through Accelerated Reader and by acknowledging students as they reach their reading goals. Visit the Media Center to see more details on the library program, tools, and resources.
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Music
Students at Chapman’s Retreat Elementary attend music class once a week for 50 minutes. Classes are taught through the Orff Schulwek approach, where the motto is sing, speak, dance, and play. In music class, the students will learn through active music-making experiences such as singing, moving/dancing, and playing instruments. All 4th and 5th-grade students have the option to join Cheetah Singers, the school chorus. Students involved in chorus meet once a week before school. These students will have many performance opportunities throughout the school year, including the Williamson County Fine Arts Festival in the Spring.
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Physical Education
The Chapman Retreat Elementary Physical Education Department is committed to providing quality activities that encourage an active lifestyle. Students are exposed to a variety of activities categorized by loco-motor skills, non-loco-motor skills, manipulative skills, games and fitness challenges. Students experience activities that are developmentally appropriate, while consideration is given for individual differences and learning styles. Lessons are structured to provide a variety of activities that enhance physical, mental, and social/emotional development. There are many activities taught to enhance an active lifestyle, but two favorites are bowling and roller skating.
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School Sponsored Activities
Chapman’s Retreat Elementary offers a wide variety of before and after-school activities. Check out the many ways that your kids can get involved!
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Cheetah Coalition
The running club is open to interested girls and boys in grades first through fifth. The goal of the CRES Running Club is to provide a fun and supportive opportunity for our children to be active, develop better fitness, self-discipline, and a dedicated attitude in all that they do. We believe being a member of the running club will positively impact self-esteem and attitude. There is no financial requirement to join.
Cost: $0
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CRES Chorus
Mission: Chapman's Retreat Chorus provides an opportunity for 4th and 5th grade students to study and perform music by singing.
Vision: To allow students to discover music, collaborate with classmates, and build confidence in a safe and nurturing environment.
Cost: $0
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Harry Potter Book Crew
Harry Potter Book Crew's mission is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for children to develop a lifelong interest and appreciation for reading and learning. The purpose is to bring the Harry Potter loving community together to read the book and participate in associated STEAM activities.
Cost: $0
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Jump Rope Crew
The Jump Rope Club is open to interested girls and boys in grades first through fifth. The goal of the CRES Jump Rope Club is to provide a fun and supportive opportunity for our children to be active, develop better fitness, self-discipline, and a dedicated attitude in all that they do. We believe being a member of the jump rope club will positively impact self-esteem and attitude.
Cost: $0
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Mini Mu
The purpose of Mini Mu is to provide an enrichment opportunity for our advanced fourth and fifth grade math students by competing against other schools in our district in a math competition.FINIANCIAL REQUIREMENTS- Each student is required to pay his/her own registration fee. Chapman's Retreat purchases participation awards for the students that compete in Mini Mu.
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STEM Crew
Students will have an opportunity to develop 21st Century skills such as problem solving, critical thinking, and peer collaboration. These skills help students develop perseverance and build confidence to face challenges in their day to day lives.
Cost: $0

