Accelerated curricula focus on problem-solving and higher order analytical skills. Finally, Accelerated Schools have common curricular objectives for all students. Instruction within the Accelerated School promotes active learning experiences through independent projects, problem solving and work with manipulative. This active learning introduces a problem-solving orientation, Accelerated School students construct, experiment, and discover. They become teachers and helpers of fellow students through cross-age tutoring and cooperative learning.
Teachers serve as facilitators of student activities rather than the sole givers of knowledge.
Finally, since the assessment of student achievement is a key instructional tool in assuring continuous improvement, alternative assessment tools are used whenever possible. The organization of the Accelerated School builds upon broad participation in decision-making by administrators, teachers, and parents. Indeed, parent involvement is a central focus of the Accelerated School. Parents are expected to affirm an agreement that clarifies the goals of the Accelerated School and outlines the obligations of parents, students, and school staff. Parents may help make school decisions by joining various task forces and the steering committee.