From a Student's Perspective You know, being at this school makes me realize how unique and special each of us really is. I mean, we all have these different talents and skills that God gives us and it's super cool to see them come to life. For instance, in our group projects, there's always this mix of creativity, organization, and unique genius. But it's not just about books and tests here. We do so much hands-on stuff. We've built things from wood, made our own maps, and even dissected things (which was both cool and a bit eww). We're always learning about our environment, planting trees, and even growing our own food. And the younger kids? We mentor them and help them out. It feels great to pass on what we've learned. Every year, we showcase our hard work. There's the science fair, our end-of-the-year portfolio presentations, an art show, and don't get me started on ... Read More about Middle Academy Experience
Comprehensive Plan for Skill Sets – Master Academy
Year 3 (9th Grade) Intro to AL learning environment with proficiency in the MA environment.Purpose: Equipping & Preparation, MasteryEnvironment: Classroom, Community, Onsite LearningFocus: Proficiency of Skill Application Growth Emphasis In: Benchmarks: Specific Skills @85%+ For Completion Year 4 (10th Grade) Equipping & Integration into the MA learning environment.Purpose: MasteryEnvironment: Classroom, Community, Onsite LearningFocus: Mastery of Basic Skill Application Growth Emphasis In: Benchmarks: Specific Skills @85%+ For Completion ... Read More about Comprehensive Plan for Skill Sets – Master Academy
Comprehensive Plan for Skill Sets – Middle Academy
Year 1 (6th Grade) Introduction & immersion into the MA learning environmentPurpose: Introduction, expectation, essential skillsEnvironment: Classroom & CommunityFocus: Introduction to Life Preparation Introduction to: Benchmarks: Specific Skills @80%+ For Completion Year 2 (7th Grade) Learning development & task intro in the MA learning environmentPurpose: Practice & ProficiencyEnvironment: Classroom & CommunityFocus: Introduction to Skill Awareness Growth Emphasis In: Benchmarks: Specific Skills @80%+ For Completion Test Year (Optional Additional Year - 8th Grade) Students with Low Scores or Academic Performance, or Late EnrollmentPurpose: Practice & ProficiencyEnvironment: Classroom & CommunityFocus: Introduction to Skill Awareness Growth Emphasis In: ... Read More about Comprehensive Plan for Skill Sets – Middle Academy
It is a BIG Deal!
How to pick the right school for your child and family. By: Denise Marti Let’s calculate: 6 to 8 hours a day, times 180 days a year, times 13 years = A Big Deal. As parents we want what is best for our kids. But unlike choosing new sneakers or which vacation to go on, choosing the school your child will attend is huge. It will shape your child and be a major pillar in the development of who your child becomes. Here are some ways to ensure you have put the time and effort into making the right choice. Research Read the school's literature, website, and social media. Ask around: specifically what people like best and one thing they'd like to improve about the school their child attends. See if anyone has heard of programs that fit what you are looking for in a school. Resonate Be very clear on the top three things that attract you to the ... Read More about It is a BIG Deal!
Parenting: What Should I Do Now?
Parenting is the most important job we have and it is the hardest. As a parent we need to be a counselor, life coach, trainer, project manager, tutor and so much more. Our kids are changing at astonishing rates. They have developmental stages that need a different response from us during different ages and they have cycles of learning that also require a different response. Here are a couple of key times our kids need very different responses: Exploring: When kids are in a new environment and they are learning the culture and expectations of that setting, it’s time to be the observer. Sit back, but pay close attention. Let your child navigate this new setting. Set aside time to talk in a natural way - not asking 50 questions, but tell them about your day and give them space to tell about theirs. This is not the time to be a problem solver - you are just listening. Then see what ... Read More about Parenting: What Should I Do Now?
How to Parent a Chameleon
Why does my child act like whichever friend they are around? I remember on several occasions wondering what was wrong with my child. One day she would act super sweet, another day more mouthy, another day she would talk with a lisp, and yet another day she would use a whole new set of vocabulary words that were not her norm. What I discovered was that my child was a chameleon. Chameleon’s are these fascinating creatures that blend into their environment in order to protect themselves from predators. They were created with the uncanny ability to turn into a deep green to mimic the leaves they decide to hide in, or perhaps a bright red or lovely solid blue, not to mention the many variations of stripes or patterns they can adopt. It is quite mesmerizing to watch the process of this transformation. In this case, my daughter was changing ... Read More about How to Parent a Chameleon
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