Quantum Leap Classroom Exhibit Experience: October 2007

Thursday, October 4, 2007

Bulletin #5 - October

Alexya G. and Nichole A. prepare their chosen plant species. They will each be writing species profiles over the course of the next month.

Students in first block plan one of their writing assignments based on the documentary, “Life in the Undergrowth.” Once this early assignment is fully complete, they will be finishing their first species profiles. Further, they are planning an October field trip to New York City’s Botanical Gardens (http://www.nybg.org) and the Bronx Zoo (http://www.bronxzoo.com), which will also carry a research-driven writing component for the exhibit.

Wednesday, October 3, 2007

Bulletin #3 - September

Cody B. hands the on-duty sheriff a plate of three different barbecue samples. Cody created each of these unique, southern-style recipes in preparation of the cultural cuisine cookbook for social studies. His research will be included in the upcoming exhibit. The reviews from Cody's creations were fantastic. He was the first student to complete his portion of the competition cook-off.

Bulletin #2 - September

Nichole A. prepares a transparency sheet for her insect portion of the exhibit. She will be writing species profiles and caption cards for the month of October and then moving on to create a different exhibit on carnivorous plants.

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.)

Thursday, October 4, 2007

Bulletin #5 - October

Bulletin #4 - October

Wednesday, October 3, 2007

Bulletin #3 - September

Bulletin #2 - September

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