It takes into account individual student needs, learning differences, interdisciplinary activity and engaging students in a variety of ways. It demands self-reflection and interactive dialogue with colleagues to ensure success. Classroom instruction embodies the school's stated beliefs about teaching and learning, mirrors current research on effective teaching strategies, supports middle level grouping patterns and is designed to enable all students to meet the school's expectations for academic achievement. Instructional strategies demonstrate an appreciation for differences found in students' developmental stages and learning styles. Instruction facilitates learning by including practices that are exploratory, individualized, self directed, authentically based and integrated across disciplines.
Technology is used to support instruction and improve student learning.
Professional development opportunities are designed to assist in the continual development of sound instructional strategies and the improvement of student learning. The discussion of instructional practices and student work is a significant part of the professional culture of the school. The school commits sufficient time, fiscal resources, materials, technology, supplies and staffing to support effective instruction. Supervision and evaluation of faculty are focused on the improvement of student learning. Students are active learners both in the classroom and in co-curricular areas and have the opportunity to assess their own learning.