A Challenge-Based Curriculum
Collegiate
Academy will use a challenge-based approach to learning, in which
students and teachers collaborate to learn about compelling issues,
propose solutions to real problems, and take action. In this setting,
students must act in order to solve a problem instead of passively
receiving information, equipping them with the problem-solving skills
necessary to succeed at any college or in any career.
Strong Focus on Writing
College
demands strong writing skills. Collegiate Academy students will
complete writing assignments in every subject area. As a result, by the
time students graduate, they will have mastered how to write for
different purposes and audiences.
Strong Teacher Support
Collegiate
Academy’s teachers and staff are committed to supporting each student
from enrollment in high school to enrollment in a four year college.
Through small class sizes, MAPS support and strong staff and parent
relationships, our school offers a personalized environment where
teachers and students become partners in learning, working together to
conquer high school and college challenges and learn about four year
colleges and career pathways.
Working with Community Leaders
Our
school believes that students should have a deep understanding of their
community -- the issues, resources, and leaders. Students will learn
how to be active in their high school, TCC campus and neighborhood
communities by participating in student government, after-school clubs,
community internships and community service projects and graduate ready
to be a part of the global community.
Promoting Parent Support
We view
parents as highly valued members of our school communities and
recognize that our students' success requires a partnership
between school and family. At Collegiate Academy parents are welcome to
visit regularly, talk with school staff about their students' progress,
and access assignments and grades online. Most importantly, parents are
encouraged to be active members of our school communities through
volunteer work, parent-teacher nights and special school events.
Promoting Pathways
All
students at Collegiate Academy will attend Pathways class every year.
Pathways focuses on writing, inquiry, collaboration, reading and
strategies for success that include organization, time management, study
skills, and support in college classes.
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