They develop both individual and group products, with their culminating projects integrating what they learn with their studies in other areas. The school day is divided into individual and group work. Individual work is designed to match the skills, abilities, and interests of each student. There are a variety of work choices for students in every academic area. Students may work alone or in small, self-chosen groups.
Individual work is self-paced, and is usually assessed individually with mastery tests.
There are opportunities for modified and advanced work in most individual study areas. Group Work Group work is performed by the students in randomly chosen collaborative groups that change each cycle. These groups work together in completing academic and other tasks. Academic tasks focus on thematic units that integrate all disciplines, and often center on solving simulated or real problems. Self-assessment is an important part of the collaborative group process.