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A Manual For The Small Schol Conversion Of Evergreen High School, Michael T. Sita Iii
A Manual For The Small Schol Conversion Of Evergreen High School, Michael T. Sita Iii
Graduate Student Projects
The project examined key elements of success in large high school conversions to smaller learning community complexes. The review of current research found that the mere act of making schools smaller by size of staff and student population is not enough of a structural change to affect student learning and achievement. Six defining characteristics of a small school were identified as key elements to a learning community that can demonstrate success by significantly improved graduation rates, testing scores and college applications and acceptances. The manual describes a developed six step process which addresses all of the elements which lead to …
Behavior Management Manual For Asa Mercer Middle School, John L. Paloy
Behavior Management Manual For Asa Mercer Middle School, John L. Paloy
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This project examined the creation and implementation of a behavior management manual for Asa Mercer Middle School, in the Seattle School District. The review of current research indicated that school behavior codes and manuals were more successful when they were open for revision and discussion, concise and relevant, used consistently amongst all staff as an educational tool, and containing systems for students to redeem themselves and be rewarded. Included are a concise behavior management manual for students, along with a staff edition with more annotated descriptions and implementation methods. The overall purpose of the manual was to create an educational …
Creating A Small Learning Academy At My. Rainier High School, Gerald A. Turner
Creating A Small Learning Academy At My. Rainier High School, Gerald A. Turner
All Graduate Projects
This project examined the essential components of a small learning academy to be established at Mt. Rainier High School. The review of current research found that six components are necessary for a small learning academy to be successful when breaking down large comprehensive high schools into small learning communities. The components that are evaluated include personalization of education, creating studentcentered and authentic curriculum, adaptive teaching strategies, performance-based assessment with high expectations, teacher collaboration and professional development, and strong community connections. The overall purpose of the guide is to focus attention on the components that matter in the establishment of the …