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Driving Question Need to Know Student Voice/Choice In-Depth Inquiry Revision and Reflection Public Audience
Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics Emphasizes creative problem solving and innovation Provides new access to science and math for some by tapping creative abilities and expression All teachers participate to create meaningful learning experiences
Emphasizes connections between content areas Authentic experiences Connections among subject areas Honor each subject individually
150 students per grade level : Grades : Grades : Grades Similar student/teacher ratio School norms
Student driven club formations Intramurals No formal athletics/fine arts program
Corporate partners Job shadow Internship Service learning
1:1 technology Wireless campus Digital portfolio
Model similar to summer school bus routes Pick up and drop off at zoned high school campus
Healthy food options Corporate style Participate in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Program (available at most PISD campuses) Off campus lunch for 11th and 12th grades
Flexible Self-Directed Project-Oriented Resilient Respectful Open-Minded Communicator Knows They are the Future