The Way We Communicate
The Way We Gather Information
O ur lives have changed…have our schools?
Before More Change Comes
Bloomington New Tech High School Opening Fall 2008
21 st Century Skills Critical Thinking Collaboration Problem Solving Personal Responsibility Civitas Presentation skills
Project-Based Learning Standards based Teachers as coaches Self-directed learning Inquiry
Relationships Small Size Teachers Students Trust & Responsibility
Technology Technology is the tool, not the focus. 1:1 Computer ratio Digital portfolios
Academics Advisory Biology Health Language Arts History Algebra/Geometry
College Credit Senior Internships Service Learning
Community Partnerships Indiana University Ivy Tech Business and Community Leaders
Extra-Curricular Activities
Location, Location, Location Bloomington High School South
Student Population
How do I become a Student? Apply (Deadline Feb. 1, 2008) Mailed to all 8 th grade students in December Middle School Counseling Offices MCCSC Administration Building Lottery (Feb. 6, 2008)