A strand of teachers works with a common corps of students. Teachers use research-based materials to plan lessons and coordinate instruction. These guides also facilitate the integration of technology and hands-on activities with curriculum objectives. The classroom ambiance is supportive, equitable, and risk-free. Teachers create a risk-free climate which supports inquiry and creativity.
Teachers set high expectations and follow equitable practices in dealing with students.
Students are frequently praised and encouraged. Students work at a variety of learning stations. Students access all learning stations on a frequent and equitable basis. Learning station activities are clearly defined and appropriate to students needs. Teachers carefully explain and model learning station activities before station rotations begin.