Expeditionary
Learning. . . is a proven model for comprehensive school reform for
elementary, middle and high schools. It emphasizes learning by doing,
with a particular focus on character growth, teamwork, reflection and
literacy. Teachers connect high quality academic learning to adventure,
service and character development through a variety of student
experiences including interdisciplinary, project based learning
expeditions.
The
Responsive Classroom® is an approach to teaching and learning
that fosters safe, challenging, and joyful classrooms and schools,
kindergarten through eighth grade. Developed by classroom teachers, it
consists of practical strategies for bringing together social and
academic learning throughout the school day.
Metropolitan Opera
Guild Creating Original Opera Program. . .is a process of creating,
producing and performing an original opera with a group of students
from any grade. The students write a script, compose music, design
costumes and make-up, build sets, lights, and props, manage, promote,
assess, and perform an original opera.
Connecticut Music
Educators Association. . .Supporting excellence in PreK-12 &
college music education throughout Connecticut since 1932.
Reading
Is Fundamental, Inc. prepares and motivates children to read by
delivering free books and literacy resources to those children and
families who need them most. All RIF programs combine three essential
elements to foster children's literacy: reading motivation, family and
community involvement, and the excitement of choosing free books to
keep.
Connecticut
Charter Schools Network. . .a membership organization of the
charter schools across the state of Connecticut, supports and serves
charter schools in their efforts to provide educational innovation and
public school choice for our communities.
Regional
Multicultural Magnet School. . . a K-5 elementary magnet school in
southeastern Connecticut that serves the same districts as ISAAC. RMMS
was started over a decade ago and is currently constructing its
renovated facility in New London.
The
Connecticut Digital Library. . . is a comprehensive directory of
public libraries all over the state of Connecticut. You can also link
to the state library and other resource websites.
Connecticut
State Department of Education
. . . Additional CSDE info on Equity
and Choice in Connecticut's public schools
U.S.
Department of Education's Education Act. . . No Child Left
Behind
