Powerful Teaching and Learning

 

Focus Group Leaders

 
 

Toni Morucci- Home Economics Careers & Technology

 
     
 

Focus Group Members

 
Michael Buchanan- Social Studies Tom Frazier- Math Rich Hogan- Science
Jeff Horsely- English Scott Johnson- Physical Education Cal McCarthy- Special Education
Brent McGhie- Science Sandi Allen- Counselor  
     

Students routinely use a variety of resources for learning and engage in learning experiences beyond the textbook and the classroom, the Powerful Teaching and Learning focus group aids in this.

     
 

The areas of strength include

 
     

School-wide use of technology by students and teachers

Expanding AP program

Communication within and among departments

Standards based writhing project at all levels.

Emphasis on independent research projects

Campus clubs and organizations offer community service opportunities

     
The areas of Growth and Improvement
     
With administrative support, continue to offer professional development in the use of technology so that it becomes an integral part of curriculum, instruction, and student learning. (Possible funding by Digital High School & IIUSP

Develop the criteria for a technology graduation requirement

Increase # of student enrolled in vocational course that provide practical job skills

Continue to strengthen collaborative opportunities between curricular departments

Strengthen teacher integration of computer technology as an instructional tool.

Strengthen ties with community resources and business to increase mentor and internship opportunities