MIDDLE SCHOOL CONCEPT

Transitions From-
• Elementary school to high school
• Self-contained to multiple teachers
• Grade level to grade level according to ability
• Dependence to independence
• Set programs to individualized programs
Varied Teaching Strategies-
• Use of block schedules
• Hands-on learning opportunities
• Cooperative and collaborative groups
• Presentations, individual and group learning
• Creative, analytical and responsive
Exploratory Classes-
• “Academic Recess”
• Opportunities to explore other areas
• Opportunities to enhance, enlarge and deepen
• Hands-on activities
• Development of essential skills
• Connections to core curriculum