Community Connection was created at Baker Middle School with the goal of helping students reach outside the classroom to experience how what they learn in the classroom is connected to the workplace. Baker Middle School is one of our nation's leaders in the effort to enable students to get real-life experiences through a Community Connection. The program, developed by a four-teacher team, was designed to help students understand the importance of classroom curriculum as it relates to the skills required for success in the workplace. The essential elements required by the state of Texas are incorporated through classroom activities, as well as on-site experiences and observations. In addition to the work stations at each facility, students have the opportunity to hear professional speakers and presentations provided by each facility in one-hour afternoon sessions.
Students return to school to reflect on their experiences both in writing and classroom discussions.