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Wilmington Middle School

Wilmington Middle School. Think Tank Recommendations Master Schedule 2013-2014. Background. In 2010 and 2011, WMS did not demonstrate Adequate Yearly Progress in Mathematics or Language Arts In 2012, our PPI (Progress and Performance Index) showed positive improvements

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Wilmington Middle School

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  1. Wilmington Middle School Think Tank Recommendations Master Schedule 2013-2014

  2. Background • In 2010 and 2011, WMS did not demonstrate Adequate Yearly Progress in Mathematics or Language Arts • In 2012, our PPI (Progress and Performance Index) showed positive improvements • We have not met the requirements for a Level 1 school, according to the DESE

  3. Our Task • To raise student achievement • To increase instructional minutes in both Language Arts and Mathematics • To maintain a comprehensive Program of Studies for Middle School students

  4. Wilmington Middle School Think Tank Stacey Benoit Paul Monaco Kate Burnham Louise O’Hanley Brian Caira Linda Peters Katy Downer Theresa Piazza Timalie Fascione Neal Roberts Chris Frye Terence Sheehan Brenda Galvin Missy Simmons Mary Houde Kristin Smith Hope Keenom-Doran Lynda Spinazola Maura Kilbride Karen Strazzere Brenda Lomanno Carol Trulli Kathi Macklis Kevin Welch Christine McMenimen

  5. Key features • Middle School Advisory Model • Information sheet • Increased minutes in Core Subjects • 60 minutes • Student-centered environment • Making connections • Well-rounded curriculum • Unified Arts • Choice • Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Foreign Language • Waterfall schedule • Different classes at different times

  6. 2013-2014 Course Offerings • English Language Arts Grades 6, 7, 8 • Mathematics Grades 6, 7, 8 • Science Grades 6, 7, 8 • Social Studies Grades 6, 7, 8 • Spanish/French/Italian* Grades 6, 7, 8 • Reading* Grades 6, 7, 8 • Visual Arts* Grades 6, 7, 8 • Performing Arts* Grades 6, 7, 8 • Health Grades 6, 8 • Physical Education Grades 6, 7, 8 • Technology Education Grades 7, 8 • Music* Grades 6, 7, 8 • Writing Workshop Grades 6, 7, 8 • Computer Literacy Integrated in all 3 grades

  7. DAY 1 & 2

  8. Turning Points2000: Organizing Relationships • “a climate of intellectual development and a caring community of shared educational purpose” (Jackson & Davis, 2000, p.24). • Creating small communities to build relationships • Organizing and structuring Interdisciplinary Teams • Organize relationships for learning to create • Creating & sustaining effective Interdisciplinary Teams • Advisory Program J

  9. In summary: • According to brain development research, during early childhood through adolescence, children are highly receptive to new information and able to gain specific skills more easily. As teachers we need to be aware of these stages and ensure our teaching consolidates these phases of brain development (www.curriculumsupport.education).

  10. In summary: • The middle school years are a time for learners to strengthen their skills in reading, writing, communicating and STEM. • We owe it to OUR students to close the gap and to raise their performance levels.

  11. Questions/Feedback

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