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FUTURA Developing the Intellect through Inquiry and Investigation

FUTURA Developing the Intellect through Inquiry and Investigation. Meet the Teacher – Mrs. Mapp. Originally from Strasburg, Virginia Graduated from Radford University with a B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies K-5 th (concentration in Psychology and Special Education)

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FUTURA Developing the Intellect through Inquiry and Investigation

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  1. FUTURA Developing the Intellect through Inquiry and Investigation

  2. Meet the Teacher – Mrs. Mapp • Originally from Strasburg, Virginia • Graduated from Radford University with a B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies K-5th (concentration in Psychology and Special Education) • Gifted Endorsement K-12 • Like to exercise, cook, listen to music, and watch sports • 12th year teaching (previously taught 2nd and 5th grades)

  3. Buffalo Trail FUTURA Center Serving: • Monday – Hutchinson 4th • Tuesday – Little River 4th • Wednesday – Hutchinson 5th • Thursday – Little River 5th and Buffalo Trail 5th • Friday – Buffalo Trail 4th

  4. Transportation Morning: depart from home school at 8:45am and arrive at Buffalo Trail at 9:00am. Afternoon: depart from Buffalo Trail at 1:45pm and arrive at home school at 2:00pm.

  5. Attendance Is Important! If your child is going to be tardy, absent, or dismissed early please contact the base school and Buffalo Trail Elementary at (703) 772-2780.

  6. Clinic • We have a copy of your child’s emergency card on file at Buffalo Trail • Health Care Plan and necessary medication

  7. Lunch • Students may bring their lunch from home or buy at the FUTURA center. • Lunch accounts are interconnected with your child’s base school. Please make sure they have money on their account if they plan to buy lunch when at FUTURA. • Please send your child with a nutritious and “nut free” snack.

  8. Typical Daily Schedule • 8:45 Take Bus to FUTURA center • 9:00 Arrive at FUTURA center • 9:00-10:00 IDC – Interest Development Centers • 10:00-12:00 CSI-Class Structures Investigation • 12:00-12:25 Recess & Restroom • 12:25-12:55 LUNCH • 12:55-1:45 CPS-Creative Problem Solving • 1:45 Take Bus back to base school Students are actively working/learning the entire time they are in FUTURA. There are no specials to break up the day.

  9. What Does FUTURA stand for? Facilitating Understanding Through Using Real life Applications

  10. Expectations • Have an acceptable level of productivity • Development and use of planning strategies • Utilization of problem solving techniques • Application of core content learning through projects • Flexibility and Critical thinking • Collaboration with fellow students • Perseverance and task commitment • Maintenance of proper classroom decorum

  11. FUTURA 2014-2015School Year Curriculum~Structures Possible Topics of Study • Physics of Structures – Rube Goldberg • Natural & Historical Structures – Animal Homes, Monuments, Architects • Structure of Language – Public Speaking • Aesthetics of Structures – Bridges, Domes Throughout the Year • Research • Problem Solving • Critical Thinking • Creative Thinking • Evaluative Thinking • Deductive Thinking • Communication Skills • Analytical Skills • Application of Technology

  12. Essential Understandings of Structures

  13. Interest Development Centers Goals: • To provide FUTURA students with opportunities to both satisfy and elicit their intense curiosity. • FUTURA students have the opportunity to choose activities based on interest and learning style while working at their own individual pace. • Students learn task commitment and time management skills. • Reflect on individual accomplishments and set goals.

  14. What Is Renzulli? • Renzulli is an internet based educational tool which provides fun, engaging and meaningful activities that are tailored to meet your child's individual interests and needs. • Parents are encouraged to open a free account. • Students are to check their accounts at least once week outside of FUTURA class.

  15. Performance Assessments • 1-6 scale • Sample is in the Resource section of their binder. • A performance assessment is given at the end of each semester. (late January and June) • Informal assessments are ongoing. These will be in your child’s FUTURA binder with major projects/centers work. • Students are often asked to complete self-assessments on various products. This allows them to reflect on their learning.

  16. Homework Policies Regular Classroom Assignments • Make-Up work Policy - Students have two days to make up any missed assignments. See the FUTURA Handbook for details. FUTURA Extensions • Continue FUTURA research • Bring in materials for certain lessons • Complete Renzulli extensions

  17. Binder • Your child is responsible for bringing their binder each week • Should stay organized. • Agendas - Communication is important in FUTURA FUTURA

  18. Parent Conferences • Call Buffalo Trail Elementary • (703) 772-2780 • E-Mail: Natalee.Mapp@lcps.org

  19. Thank You For Your Support • Questions

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