Smaller class sizes foster positive development of all students' unique potential. Standards-based and college-preparatory curriculum. Instructional Focus:
A school-wide effort to have all I-LEAD Learners show measurable growth in literacy skills through the common set of teaching strategies of concept mapping, direct instruction of vocabulary, and literate discussions, as measured by Acuity, Dib
els and/or AIMS-web. Our initial work will focus on mastering skilled reading, and then proceed to developing reasoning, analytical and critical-thinking skills in literacy. School Culture:
Safe environment within a learning community that practices non-violent conflict resolution and a zero- tolerance violence policy. Supportive of Learners until they are ready to move on to the next life stage. Students, parents, community and staff shape school together. Timeline:
Charter school application submitted to the Reading School Board in November 2009
Charter approved and granted November 2010
Opened September 2011 for the 2011-12 School Year
Number of students in 2011-12 = 240
Number of students in 2012-13 = 325
Number of students in 2013-14 = 450
Charter extended for an additional five years in October 2013
School transitions to larger facility for 2014-15 School Year
