SLC, Academy, Magnet, Team or Themed PROGRAM INDICATORS

Program has begun to develop rigorous standards. Multiple measures are used on occasion. Some students are learning to critique their own work. Program-based academic support strategies are in the planning stages.

Rigorous, aligned standards exist for key Program courses. Multiple measures are often used. Many students are learning to critique their own work. Program-based academic support systems are being piloted by Program staff.

•  Program has clear and rigorous standards aligned with curricula and entrance requirements for post-secondary education and careers.

•  Program is open to all students in the school and actively recruits a student population that mirrors the entire school.

•  All Program courses regularly use multiple assessments, including performance-based measures (e.g., portfolios, public exhibitions, capstone projects), that align with standards.

•  Program teachers plan intended outcomes and assessment strategies before initiating a learning activity or project.

•  Program work explicitly builds students' capacity to critique their own work and learning process.

•  Program students can access accelerated learning opportunities to help them meet or exceed standards.

•  Literacy instruction is integrated throughout Program curriculum in a way that is tailored to student needs.