Strong partnerships are forged with middle schools and colleges. All students are expected to master the same rigorous academic material. High expectations are established for student achievement. The curriculum is challenging, relevant and covers material in depth. T echnology is integrated into the classroom to provide high-quality instruction and students have opportunities to gain computer and other technical skills.
Schools create small, highly personalized and safe learning environments .
Periods of instruction are longer and more flexible . Schools form active alliances with parents, employers, community members and policymakers to promote student learning and ensure accountability for results. Students get extra support from adults. Schools are using new forms of assessment . The following is a partial of programs and initiatives administered by the SHSD Division.