Each student's interest is attracted and held by science while they also learn math, language arts, social studies, computer technology, social studies and art. The assessment methods I use, such as checklists, scoring rubrics, and peer reviews, accurately diagnose students conceptual understanding and provide appropriate direction to students'. Videotaped presentations and work sessions are also used to conduct reflection activities. I am also very interested in students' observations of the nature on our school grounds, their understanding of the subject and their ability to cooperate with others while working in teams. In support of my unique teaching methods, I have collected statistical data that shows drop out rates and classroom discipline problems have decreased with classroom attendance increasing.
All students feel they are a needed part of a larger whole.
Service learning activities allow the nontraditional learner to excel with these unique instruction and assessment methods. Our Students has been primarily funded with grants from the Mississippi's State Department of Education's Division of Community Service - Learn and Serve America Program. Each one of these awards carried a monetary prize that was used to expand our program. We also utilize other resources such as parents, grandparents, community leaders, local senior citizens, civic clubs, home-makers clubs, and P.T.O. members. These people provide the support system for project S.O.S. and help our students meet and exceed their goals.