What is the Quantum Leap Classroom?
The Quantum Leap Classroom is a part of the Mount Anthony Union High School Alternative Program and is also affiliated with Bennington College’s Quantum Leap Program. The Quantum Leap Classroom services students who have been identified as “at risk” by emphasizing truancy and dropout reduction through smaller, more individualized classes. All students focus their initial energies on the development of an academic plan. Together, over the course of the semester, students and staff refer to the plan in regard to all decision-making situations. The focus then shifts to an intensive, research and writing, projects-driven curriculum. The program’s creation of the exhibit room is the culmination of the curriculum, which documents a combination of learning styles and techniques.
Within this unique environment, students have the option of taking control of and having a powerful voice in their own education and development through personal choice. This element of choice is what lends meaning to the curriculum, allowing the student to self-direct and encouraging them to reengage in their own education. Continuous support and guidance is provided throughout the semester in order to ensure that each student is capable of making their project a success. At the conclusion of each semester, students are presented with an opportunity to demonstrate what they are capable of and showcase their achievements in a formal setting. Exhibits are open to the public and free of charge. For more information please contact the classroom at (802) 447-7511 ext. 417.
The Quantum Leap Classroom Experience
Follow the progress of the students of the Quantum Leap Classroom as they prepare for the 2007 Fall Exhibit.
To contact the classroom:
dcrosier@svsu.org
(802) 447-7511 Ext. 417
To contact the classroom:
dcrosier@svsu.org
(802) 447-7511 Ext. 417
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Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT DO STUDENTS DO IN THE QUANTUM LEAP CLASSROOM?
The students of the Quantum Leap Classroom will be involved in an integrated, and culturally stimulating, learning experience and given the opportunity to improve their organizational, researching, and writing skills by working on individual and group projects. They will focus great effort on producing work that is of exceptional quality to be included in the end of the semester exhibit, which will be on display for public scrutiny and/or publication. They will be very, very busy and they will be active and dynamically involved. They will receive continuous support and all assignments will be personalized to better meet the interests, requirements, credit needs, and educational levels of each individual student. There will be an emphasis on building an appreciation of learning for the sciences, arts, culture, and humanities.
WHO IS TYPICALLY RECOMMENDED FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE QUANTUM LEAP CLASSROOM?
The students of the Quantum Leap Classroom are hand selected by Mount Anthony Union High School Principal, Sue Maguire. They are students who exhibit great potential, yet, for one reason or another, have been currently identified as “at risk.” Key identifying factors for incoming freshman include loss of class credit at the Middle School level, while key identifying behaviors for those already in the high school environment include loss of high school credit due to disengagement, lack of motivation or effort, and/or a pattern of absences, tardies, or cuts. The classroom provides contacts and structural supports for re-engagement, while focusing strongly on academics through the development of personal choice. Spaces are limited to class size.
IS THE QUANTUM LEAP CLASSROOM A SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM?
No. The Quantum Leap Classroom is not a special education program, however we do strive to accommodate individual needs as much as possible. At times, these may be greater than we are capable of servicing and, therefore, alternative arrangements or placements may need to be made. The Quantum Leap Classroom is a Bennington College Program based at Mount Anthony Union High School. The focus is on engaging and/or re-engaging high school students in academics. The level of standards is extremely high, as evidenced by student investment. For further information please contact the classroom directly or speak with Mount Anthony Union High School Principal, Sue Maguire.
MAY I SEE THE QUANTUM LEAP CLASSROOM?
Of course! We welcome outside visitors, family members, and professionals. Student visitors (peers), however, are not permitted during class hours as we have found that they are a distraction. Don’t be shy! If you are a parent or guardian of a stuent, we want to keep in contact with you and involve you (as much as you are willing) in your son or daughter’s education. (For security purposes, all visitors are required to obtain a visitor's pass from the main office of Mount Anthony Union High School on the day of the visit.)
The students of the Quantum Leap Classroom will be involved in an integrated, and culturally stimulating, learning experience and given the opportunity to improve their organizational, researching, and writing skills by working on individual and group projects. They will focus great effort on producing work that is of exceptional quality to be included in the end of the semester exhibit, which will be on display for public scrutiny and/or publication. They will be very, very busy and they will be active and dynamically involved. They will receive continuous support and all assignments will be personalized to better meet the interests, requirements, credit needs, and educational levels of each individual student. There will be an emphasis on building an appreciation of learning for the sciences, arts, culture, and humanities.
WHO IS TYPICALLY RECOMMENDED FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE QUANTUM LEAP CLASSROOM?
The students of the Quantum Leap Classroom are hand selected by Mount Anthony Union High School Principal, Sue Maguire. They are students who exhibit great potential, yet, for one reason or another, have been currently identified as “at risk.” Key identifying factors for incoming freshman include loss of class credit at the Middle School level, while key identifying behaviors for those already in the high school environment include loss of high school credit due to disengagement, lack of motivation or effort, and/or a pattern of absences, tardies, or cuts. The classroom provides contacts and structural supports for re-engagement, while focusing strongly on academics through the development of personal choice. Spaces are limited to class size.
IS THE QUANTUM LEAP CLASSROOM A SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM?
No. The Quantum Leap Classroom is not a special education program, however we do strive to accommodate individual needs as much as possible. At times, these may be greater than we are capable of servicing and, therefore, alternative arrangements or placements may need to be made. The Quantum Leap Classroom is a Bennington College Program based at Mount Anthony Union High School. The focus is on engaging and/or re-engaging high school students in academics. The level of standards is extremely high, as evidenced by student investment. For further information please contact the classroom directly or speak with Mount Anthony Union High School Principal, Sue Maguire.
MAY I SEE THE QUANTUM LEAP CLASSROOM?
Of course! We welcome outside visitors, family members, and professionals. Student visitors (peers), however, are not permitted during class hours as we have found that they are a distraction. Don’t be shy! If you are a parent or guardian of a stuent, we want to keep in contact with you and involve you (as much as you are willing) in your son or daughter’s education. (For security purposes, all visitors are required to obtain a visitor's pass from the main office of Mount Anthony Union High School on the day of the visit.)
About Mrs. Crosier
- Mrs. D. Crosier
- Mrs. Crosier is the creator and director of the Quantum Leap Classroom Exhibit, which is hosted by Mount Anthony Union High School in Bennington, Vermont. The Quantum Leap Classroom works in conjunction with, and hosts students of, the Mount Anthony Alternative Education Program and the Bridges Program. Each of these programs focuses on providing both transitional and academic support through interest-based learning experiences.