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Prioritizing Student Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and Growth through an SEL Curriculum
Valor designed the Compass, a comprehensive human development model and social-emotional curriculum, to foster students who lead balanced, purposeful lives.
Highlighting Essential Habits for Developing Excellence in Mind, Body, and Spirit
Valor determined two core Compass Habits representing excellence in each of the five Compass Disciplines. Students develop competency in each of these habits, which are sequenced through a series of phases within the Compass Phase System.
Committing to Work on Individual, Relationship, and Community Topics
Individual, Relationship, and Community-based activities that students complete and often share through a communal practice called “Circle.”
Faculty Social-Emotional Learning
Valor educators participate in similar social-emotional learning activities as students.
Teachers as Coaches (“Pride Leaders”) for Small Groups
Teachers are mentors to small, single-gendered groups called “Prides.” In the mentor role for these groups, teachers are referred to as “Pride Leaders.”
Content Focus Math Class at Valor Collegiate Academies
Learn about Valor's math-specific content focus class.
Addressing Skill Gaps with Foundation Weeks at Valor Collegiate Academies
Teachers utilize time during which their classes do not introduce new content to assess student progress and remediate skill gaps during Foundation Weeks.
Supporting Students with Learning Disabilities
Students with special education needs at Locust Grove receive the benefits of personalized learning and individualized education plans.
Depth of Knowledge Levels at Locust Grove
A discussion of the use of Depth of Knowledge levels at Locust Grove.
Creating a Makerspace to Promote Project-Based Learning at Locust Grove Middle School
Discover Makerspaces at Locust Grove Middle School.
Barbara Blackburn's DOK Analysis & Planning
Teachers at Locust Grove Middle School use Dr. Barbara Blackburn's DOK tools to both analyze student work and create learner pathways.