Linked Learning Approach

Project Based Learning is a teaching method in which students gain knowledge and skills by working for an extended period of time to investigate and respond to an authentic, engaging, and complex question, problem, or challenge. Students demonstrate their knowledge and skills by creating public products or presentations for a real audience. As a result, students develop deep content knowledge as well as critical thinking, collaboration, visual communication, and leadership skills. Project Based Learning unleashes a contagious, creative energy among students and teachers.

 

 

 

 

 

    

 

 

ALPHA students complete and submit artifacts through their CTE Graphic Design, English 11, and Homeroom courses in their attempt to earn the Work Ready Badge. Through our Work Readiness Program, students learn how to explore potential careers, identify their Support Networks, fill out a Job Application, create a Resume, and write a Cover Letter. They submit these artifacts, and if they are successful, they are eligible for a Mock Interview. Through our Junior Homerooms, students learn Financial Literacy through our Everfi online curriculum.

 

After successful completion and submission of their Support Network, Resume, and Cover Letter, students earn an Internship Ready Certificate. Students who earn the Internship Ready Certificate are eligible to apply for a district-sponsored internship with one of many district partners.

 

Students who successfully earn the Internship Ready Badge, pass the Mock Interview and earn the Everfi Financial Literacy certificate will be granted the Work Ready Badge.

 

Our ALPHA students have participated in district-sponsored internships with Beyond the Bell as well as on-campus internships with other CTE Teachers.

 

The Senior Portfolio is a collection of academic and artistic work curated by students to represent their skills, knowledge, and educational journey.

 

Seniors are expected to Defend their educational journey as well as their preparedness for their future college and/or career plans.

 

The Portfolio and Defense allow students to showcase their academic and artistic achievements through a professional presentation. Students evaluate their work and explain how they've developed and applied use of our Pathway Outcomes throughout their high school career.

 

Students reflect on their experiences and demonstrate how they will use the skills and knowledge learned to be successful in the future. This experience leads our students to be prepared to communicate about their work, successes, and goals.