Recent Designs

History Anchor Standard 17: Change, Continuity, and Context Content Standard SS.PID.1.17.1: Evaluate the extent to which classical philosophy, natural rights philosophy, and English common law informed the thinking of the American Founders Classical Philosophy: civic virtue, Greek and Roman foundations Natural Rights Philosophy: Hobbes, Locke, Montesquieu English Common Law: Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights Directions: Create a song that shows your knowledge regarding historical events (Enlightenment ideas, Magna Carta, English Bill of Rights) and their influences on the development of the American government (Declaration of Independence, American Constitution, laws, etc.). For this project, use an existing song and apply new words - called a parody. You may also write an original song. You will receive extra credit for performing the song live or recording yourself. Essential Question: How have historical events/people influenced and shaped the origins of our government?

biomimicry in national parks Standard: 4-LS1

I want to design a project about the rocky shore that incorporates NGSS standards. It will blend math, science, and literacy, with students working together in groups to explore key concepts. My students love Pokemon this year. We want to visit the Birch Aquarium.

Implement a weather station project, where students build instruments to measure and record weather patterns, analyzing data as part of their science and math curriculum.

Entrepreneurship as a career pathway

Culture project around building classroom norms and shared agreements

spieces interaction and population grown

evelopment and content of a Health Assisting curriculum, emphasizing a comprehensive approach to preparing students for healthcare careers. They detail the program's structure across multiple grade levels, from introductory courses to advanced clinical experiences, and highlight the specific skills and certifications students will acquire, such as CPR, First Aid, and CNA. The materials also discuss the pedagogical strategy, focusing on authentic contexts, industry collaboration, and durable skills, alongside a cost estimate for curriculum design. Furthermore, they present a framework of student competencies that this health assisting pathway aims to cultivate, showcasing the educational and professional opportunities available to graduates.