For example, in our ITI-based study of warfare, an intergenerational connection developed when students decided to interview their own relatives. In portfolios produced to demonstrate their understandings of the affect of war on our society, students included personal effects and perspectives that strengthened the bonds between grandparents, parents, and children. Department and library purchases are coordinated for more efficient use of funds. We have changed at Auburn. We are still in the process of changing.
Challenges lie ahead.
As our community grows, our school will split into two. New people continually come on staff. Administrations change at building and central office levels. The state emphasizes change. The move toward a fully integrated curriculum goes in starts and stops.