CEC DC North was awarded almost $200,000 over 2.5 years to develop curriculum and data systems to support ninth-grade success and to support specific staff and materials for courses. The funding will help ensure that the Freshman Academy has a solid start and provides freshmen with a path to successfully transition into high school.
CEC DC North is excited to launch its Freshman Academy in the fall of 2024. This program is designed to create a strong ninth-grade community where all can thrive socially and emotionally and dive into their learning in a welcoming and empowering space.
Some of the highlights of the new Freshman Academy include:
- A year-long advisory class will focus on developing academic, executive function, and social-emotional skills, supporting students to successfully transition into high school.
- Ninth-grade students will stay together in their classes, creating a strong community of learners and relationships with adults and peers.
- A ninth-grade success team will closely monitor student progress and work to identify and address students’ needs, promoting academic success through appropriate interventions and instructional supports.
- Students will continue to be placed in classes based on academic ability upon entering CEC DC North.
- The Academy will still have access to all the specialty programming that the campus offers.
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