JANUARY 7, 2009 ER

Finding Your Fit

AgendaTeacher Placement Process (Matt and Paul)

Revised SLC Phase-in SLC Preference Ballot

SLC Presentations (CGHS teachers)

Note: There will not be a Q and A session today. After today’s ER Paul Buck will send you a link to this PPT. Questions about the Teacher Placement Process or

the SLC Presentations should be e-mailed to him and he will

reply with an answer.

Teacher Placement Process

January 12th/13th (PPM):explain SLC selection processQ and A January 21st: Teachers submit their SLC Preference Ballot

to Amy Warner by 3:00. January 27th (room 250)12-15 member Teacher Placement Recommendation Task

Force places teachers in each SLC (7:45-3:00)Department Chair Meeting (3:15-5:00)

Revised SLC Phase-in

Approved Plan Revised Plan

2009-10 NTHS and ECHS

ECHS

2010-11 Business Academy and STEM Academy

NTHS + 1-2 others

2011-12 Health SLC and Humanities SLC

2-3 others

[= total implementation]

SLC Preference Ballot

THE EARLY COLLEGE AT CENTER GROVE

LAUNCHING IN 2009

EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL

The Early College at Center Grove

The Early College at Center Grove is a college-preparatory

program that believes in:instilling the confidence in students that they can

succeed in a post-secondary setting; promoting and assisting students in gaining college

credit by the end of high school; providing a seamless transition from high school to

college; providing a relevant, rigorous and cross-curricular

program for students in a personalized environment; and

preparing students to think critically, communicate clearly, learn independently, and work collaboratively in a 21st-Century world.

THE CENTER FOR 21 S T CENTURY LEARNING @ CGHS

LAUNCHING IN 2010

NEW TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL

The Center for 21st Century Learning @ CGHS

The Center for 21st Century Learning @ CGHS is a college-preparatory program that believes in: preparing students to think critically, communicate clearly,

learn independently, and work collaboratively in a 21st Century world;

fostering a professional environment of respect, trust and responsibility that allows both students and teachers to focus on learning, as well as personal, academic and social growth;

emphasizing the integration of technology into learning to create authentic, purposeful, real-world learning experiences, tasks and products; and

creating opportunities for students and teachers to learn about their community, their nation, and their world through community service and participation.

THE CENTER GROVE SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

LAUNCH TBA

BUSINESS ACADEMY

The Center Grove School of Business and Information Technology

The Center Grove School of Business and Information Technology is a college-

preparatory program that believes in: providing rigorous educational opportunities for students interested

in all areas of business, including marketing, management/entrepreneurship, business law, finance and information technology;

creating networking opportunities for students through community service projects and internship experiences;

preparing students with technology skills that will be needed in tomorrow’s global business world;

developing the leadership skills demanded by today’s industries, such as effective communication, problem solving, and team collaboration; and

preparing students for all post-secondary education opportunities not only in business-related majors but also in concentrated programs requiring a strong foundation in social studies, math and language arts.

THE CENTER GROVE SLC OF APPLIED SCIENCE,

TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, & MATHEMATICS

LAUNCH TBA

STEM ACADEMY

The Center Grove SLC of Applied Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics

The Center Grove SLC of Applied Science, Technology,

Engineering, and Mathematics is a college-preparatory

program that believes in:making science, technology, engineering and math

authentic relevant for students;integrating hands-on, problem-based, real-world

experiences into student learning, tasks and products;

inspiring innovative thinking and problem solving to extend learning beyond the classroom;

preparing students to think critically, communicate clearly, learn independently, and work collaboratively in a 21st-Century, STEM world.

What It IsAn SLC for students who have an interest in

Science Technology, Engineering & Mathematics.

The SLC where the PLTW Engineering Curriculum is housed.

Problem solving or project based learning where it is possible.

An SLC where the application of their learning goes beyond the classroom.

The integration of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics where possible.

A place where you can work with and collaborate with great teachers.

Nationally-based initiative started by NASA.

What It Is

One large group just for PLTW Engineering.

A place where every lesson or unit is related to science, technology, engineering & mathematics.

Where all of the higher ability students will go.

Where all of the lower ability students will go.

Just for boys.

Just for engineers.

What It Is Not

HEALTH SLC

LAUNCH TBA

HEALTH SLC

Health SLC

The Center Grove Project Lead the Way-Biomedical Sciences

Community is a college-preparatory program that believes in:

preparing students to take advantage of the career opportunities available in health and science;

engaging students in learning through hands-on, project-based, and problem-based curriculum; and

equipping students with the real-world knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a 21st-Century world.

Health SLC Who: All students, who like a hands on approach to learning,

and have a top notch work ethic.

What: A grouping of courses designed for the students describedabove that provide problem/project based learning and independent investigation in the health and medical fields.

Why: There is a need to address the shortage of medical personnel our country will experience in the next 10 years. This SLC will enlighten students to other health fields that are not physical therapy, nursing, or being a physician.

When: TBA

THE SCHOOL OF AMERICAN STUDIES

LAUNCH TBA

HUMANITIES SLC

The School of American Studies

The School of American Studies is a college-preparatory

program that believes in:emphasizing the skills of writing, research,

communication, and analysis with a focus on the subject matter of the American experience;

confirming democratic and libertarian values in school structure and governance;

cultivating student and faculty scholarship, experiential learning, and interpersonal relationships; and

fostering civic virtue through public service and community participation.

CGHS

ONGOING

TRADITIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

CGHS

Center Grove High School is a college-preparatory program

that believes in:providing a safe, supportive, and academically

challenging environment; andproviding students the knowledge, skills, and

behaviors necessary to contribute to a diverse world as respectful, responsible and engaged citizens.