Hale High School DEPTHS of Teaching

DEPTH 1 Flip Blooms Taxonomy Deeper Learning Student Ownership Rather than begin at the simplest form of the Taxonomy Teachers will receive PD on how to design lessons that start with Creating, - Evaluate against criteria and Compare - Analyze for similarities and differences to make sense of the data - Apply learning and make Adjustments - Research for understanding & knowledge to correct misconceptions. Deeper Learning Student Ownership Allows for further customized learning Flipped Classroom for certain research. PD - Region 10 - Advanced Academics - Raising Expectations: Increasing Rigor …

Deeper Learning / Disruptive Innovation DEPTH 2 Deeper Learning / Disruptive Innovation Students are in control – Deeper Ownership Expands learning experiences outside the classroom TRUE Research opportunities utilizing Project Based Learning Mastery Learning model Connect with other district campuses and core classes, expand Aligned with AP Courses. PD - Discovery Edu. Virtual Conf. – how to engage students online and virtually.

DEPTH 3 Collegiate Prepared Teachers must dialogue with Colleges apply knowledge, write essays, work with peers, analyze and synthesize (create) products and predict outcomes Students are challenged but persist College Preparedness Students are solving College Level Work

MOST IMPORTANT FACTORS RATED BY ADMISSION OFFICERS IN EVALUATING COLLEGE APPLICANTS KEY FACTORS IN COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE FACTORS RATED LOWEST IN COLLEGE ACCEPTANCE SAT subject test scores (SAT II) State graduation exam scores Portfolios Work experience NACAC’s, 2009, Issue 6 Grades in college prep classes (AP/PAP) Strength of curriculum Scores from standardized admission tests (SAT/ACT) Overall GPA Strength of the application essay or writing sample Student’s level of interest in attending Class rank Counselor and teacher recommendations Extra-curricular activities

Common Requirements of PAP/AP Courses Outside reading and note taking is extensive for each course. The use of analytical and critical thinking skills is a daily class occurrence. Assessments and assignments are not simply rote memorization, but application of concepts learned at a high level. Students need to check prerequisite and concurrent enrollment requirements. Strong writing skills are a requirement. Attendance in weekly tutorials is a strong recommendation.

Benefits of PAP and AP track Students are exposed to higher order thinking skills, develop critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students develop study skills (note taking, organization, time management, etc.) needed to succeed in college. Students develop stamina and understand studies as a long term commitment. Exposure to the classes / the program provides basis to college success.

Advanced Placement in Universities - Overarching Focus Enrollment into the PAP and AP program exposes students to rigorous curriculum in preparation to college-level expectations. Long term goal of the PAP and AP program is to guarantee students to successfully enroll, remain and graduate from a four- year university in a timely manner.

Thank You We are available for specific questions that you might have about your student. For further information please contact: Hale High Assistant Principal hhsap@hALEHIGHisd.net or (469)302-3hhs