High School 9th - 12th grade
We have chosen to group them because there is a gross amount of learning that can be gleaned from these ages working together in a cooperative setting for all peers. In the Language portion, this group will work on a language arts unit that develops through 2 cycles and partners with a project that is fit for a portfolio, as well as grammar concepts and spelling. In the World Mathematics portion, students will work on live projects using math concepts such as developing a budget, creating a mock business, planning a trip across the country, and more. Each cycle I will provide a write-up of what standards were addressed for record-keeping purposes. Students should be prepared to spend time at home daily on their projects.
WHAT TO EXPECT - Language Arts
(A pre-assessment must be completed)
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Weekly homework packets
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Spelling lists
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Study skills individualized for how each student learns
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Theme based projects
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ex. Literary Devices through Pixar or Research Projects
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Portfolio appropriate final projects
WHAT TO EXPECT - World Mathematics
(A pre-assessment must be completed)
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Using concepts up to and through Pre Algebra students will develop
life projects expanding math skills
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Theme based projects that make math life-applicable
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A better understanding and concrete application
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Write up of benchmarks covered during the term
Integrated Classes
An integrated class combines subjects across a variety of areas into one class to unify concepts and minimize busy, redundant work. The goal is higher-level conceptual thinking, as one would see in real life as opposed to book work. We typically start with a core class of either reading, writing, or arithmetic and then add unit studies and projects.
Students then spend more time working on their projects, assignments, and conceptual understanding and less time filling out worksheets. The goal is that each skill they practice in these classes applies to real-life application.
Example: Integrated Physics, US History & Persuasive Writing (3 Credits)
This is ideal for athletes, students applying for scholarships, or families needing ongoing detailed record-keeping
