Culver City Middle School: Program Multi-funded
students at Culver City Middle School are provided a coherent and coordinated
program that is based on the California State Content Standards and
Frameworks and district approved courses of study that address the core
curriculum. Representatives from Culver City Middle School serve on
all district curriculum committees. The California State Standards are
displayed in the classrooms and are addressed daily. All textbooks are
aligned with the state content standards and provide a continuum of
learning from one grade level to another. Criterion referenced tests
as well as alternative assessments are used in each class. Rubrics are
used in all curricular areas resulting in more uniform grading. Students
are also provided with opportunities to extend their learning beyond
the core curriculum through elective opportunities, supplemental programs,
and before and after school programs.
The
high level of commitment to the application of the interdisciplinary
approach is illustrated through the wide range of programs and activities
offered. The Student Body election was enacted through a constitutional
convention simulation that modeled the election process. Common threads
are seen throughout the learning community, which support the learning
objectives. Writing, reading across content areas, and technology can
be found in all core and elective classes. These efforts are reflected
in an overall increase in reading scores. Students are both supported
and challenged through heterogeneous class groupings school-wide. All
teachers have received on-going training in implementing differentiated
instructional techniques to best meet the needs of all learners. Early
identification of at-risk learners leads to enrollment in Title I funded
proficiency elective courses in reading and math to compliment learning
in the core subject areas. This course utilizes technology and carefully
chosen software. In our ongoing effort to expand programs to increase
student achievement, a school-wide Sustained Silent Reading program
(SSR) and Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) were implemented.
Furthermore, the school instituted a Scholars Program six years ago
which has evolved into offering a greater number of students access
to an in-depth course of study in core curricular areas.Other academic
pursuits outside of the regular school day include Mock Trial sponsored
by the Constitutional Rights Foundation (2001: 1st Place in the Los
Angeles County Junior Division), Science Olympiad (in which we placed),
Geography Bee, Science Fair, Math Counts (2003: 2nd place), California
Middle Grades Partnership Network competitions, and various essay contests.
An after school program offers a variety of classes such as math and
language arts tutoring, drama, comedy club, book club, Japanese language,
and art. After school athletics are offered for all students. Parents
and community are an integral part of the school community. Monthly
meetings are held with the PTSA, Site Council, ELAC, and Booster Club.
The school works closely with local universities such as Pepperdine
,UCLA, and Cal State Northridge. Support is provided by businesses in the community
such as Sony. The Culver City
Police Department works closely with the school through its School Resource
Officers. Families and community members aid the school toward high
performance by their on-going support for staff and programs..
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