Basic Academic Areas	At Cascadia, the emphasis is first on the basic, fundamental academic areas: Reading Spelling Language Arts and Writing Mathematics and Problem Solving Other academic areas are also strongly supported in the curriculum: History and Social Studies Physical Geography Science
Enrichment	Specific time is allocated to creative and enriching subjects: Art Experiences Foreign Language Field Trips
Key Skills	Blended into daily activities are instruction in key skill areas: Computer Skills Library Use Reference Skills Physical education receives less emphasis although the following provide physical exercise and development: Playground Activities Swimming Lessons - provided at the Eastside YMCA PE Sessions- Provided by contract instruction organizations  such as Mini Mountain