Common use of High Expectations and Rigor Clause in Contracts

High Expectations and Rigor. The school’s focus will be on 21st century learning and critical thinking skills, as well as Common Core-alignment. Personalized learning does not effectively benefit students if students are working with content that is below their capacity. The quality and rigor of student work is framed by competency-based standards planning and challenging learning objectives and assessments. Additionally, students will be prepared for a post- secondary education through dual credit courses taken during high school and the alignment of curriculum with Common Core standards.  Personalization. The blended learning, personalized instructional model is built on the belief that each student brings unique strengths and challenges to their learning experience and must be supported accordingly. Personalized learning includes working in adaptive online learning programs, working toward informed post-secondary goals, and utilizing flexible time at the secondary level for self- directed learning.  Data. The school will be grounded in the importance of using data to drive instruction, and will use formative assessment and other data to continually adjust instruction and necessary interventions.  Innovation. Continual improvement and innovation are of considerable importance. The organization will constantly review performance data and make adjustments to the school model as necessary.

High Expectations and Rigor. The school’s focus will be on 21st century learning and critical thinking skills, as well as Common Core-alignment. Personalized learning does not effectively benefit students if students are working with content that is below their capacity. The quality and rigor of student work is framed by competency-competency- based standards planning and challenging learning objectives and assessments. Additionally, students will be prepared for a post- post-secondary education through dual credit courses taken during high school and the alignment of curriculum with Common Core standards.  Personalization. The blended learning, personalized instructional model is built on the belief that each student brings unique strengths and challenges to their learning experience and must be supported accordingly. Personalized learning includes working in adaptive online learning programs, working toward informed post-post- secondary goals, and utilizing flexible time at the secondary level for self- self-directed learning.  Data. The school will be grounded in the importance of using data to drive instruction, and will use formative assessment and other data to continually adjust instruction and necessary interventions.  Innovation. Continual improvement and innovation are of considerable importance. The organization will constantly review performance data and make adjustments to the school model as necessary.