Ninth Grade Interdisciplinary Class

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Values Ninth Grade Symposium

• Ninth grade interdisciplinary course
• Year-long
• Combines Religion, English, Social Studies, with
  one credit for each subject
• Technology is integrated into the curriculum

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Class Overview

• Based on CDH values
• Catholic
• Academics
• Leadership
• Community
• Service
• Diversity
• Equity

• Common experience for all incoming
• 9th Graders

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Class Environment

• 40 students - 3 teachers plus technology teacher
• Large space
• Tables and chairs for flexibility

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Technology

• Integrated into curriculum
• Wireless laptops
• Multimedia presentations
• Web site for class
• Microsoft Office
• Assignments and grades on the Internet

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Teaching Teams

• Small group breakouts
• Low student-teacher ratio
• Variety of teaching styles
• Synergy among teachers - sharing ideas and
  teaching experience

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Advantages of Format

• In-depth discussions
• Service learning
• Double class periods
• Prayer services
• Guest Speakers
• Opportunity to work with and get to know many
  other 9th graders
• Learning is fun!

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