PACT has selected Into Reading (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt) as a path to reading and writing success for students in Grades K–5 based on research in the essential elements of literacy and the science of reading. This curriculum has built-in scaffolds to facilitate systematic and explicit whole- and small-group reading instruction and to support students as they work independently. Additionally, PACT uses Haggerty Bridge to Reading in K-2 and Bridge to Writing in grades 1 and 2 to further enhance foundational literacy skills.

Learning to read is an important step in a student's educational development. Today, students learn to read across various genres and formats, from environmental texts to the classics, to graphic novels. With new formats come new opportunities and challenges as students encounter and interact with traditional print and digital content in all aspects of their daily lives.

The inclusion of Heggerty's Bridge to Reading curriculum complements the Into Reading program by providing a comprehensive approach to early literacy instruction. Bridge to Reading combines explicit phonemic awareness lessons with phonics instruction, aligning with the Science of Reading principles. This curriculum is designed to simplify literacy instruction for teachers while offering engaging and effective strategies for students in kindergarten through second grade.

By incorporating both Into Reading and Heggerty's Bridge to Reading and Writing curricula, PACT ensures a well-rounded approach to literacy instruction. This combination addresses various aspects of reading and writing development, including phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing skills, setting a strong foundation for students' future academic success.

The Library Media Center provides a dynamic learning environment for students and offers a place to promote literacy in both print and digital formats. In this collaborative space, students learn cultural awareness, curiosity, imagination, and character while processing information and solving problems.

Music education teaches the whole child and is integral to a student's education and development. PACT recognizes the importance of the arts program and provides students with opportunities to grow and excel in these areas. K-5 students work through the Quaver music curriculum, an active approach to learning music education.

Healthy fitness habits lead to a healthy and active mind. To create these healthy fitness opportunities, elementary physical education classes focus on movement, performance, physical activity, fitness, motor skills, and so much more. Lessons and units are created using the MN State Standards as a guide (and SPARK PE curriculum for the resources.)  Throughout the year, students can learn about various sports and team activities, individual physical fitness, and other healthy habits.

Students attend instructional art classes that focus on artist tools and techniques like painting, drawing, sculpture, etc. They learn basic art principles and create original works of art.

Students at PACT receive an education of academic excellence with appropriate services. English Language (EL) services are provided to students who meet eligibility criteria. The EL Program promotes English language proficiency for students, with the primary goal to help students understand and use social and academic English. Students receive intensive language instruction by EL teachers in listening, reading, speaking, and writing, in addition to language instruction in the mainstream classrooms. The amount of EL instruction is based on each student’s level of language proficiency.

Response to Intervention (RTI) services allows students not meeting grade-level expectations to receive additional support in the areas of math and/or reading. Teachers use multiple forms of data to determine which students receive these services. Because RTI student groupings are flexible, student data is reevaluated consistently to determine which students should receive RTI services. Students receive these services during the scheduled "What I Need" (WIN) time for each grade level. RTI teachers use various curricula to provide additional support to meet the individual needs of students, including Heggerty, PRESS, classroom curriculum, and supplemental materials.

The McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Act and PACT Charter School assure all homeless and highly mobile students’ educational rights. McKinney-Vento provides families with services to maintain educational stability for their students. Families experiencing homelessness should refer to PACT's Counseling page for additional resources.