1. Berrien Academy

2. What is Berrien Academy?
School Background
Our Students
9th grade STAR Program
10-12th curriculum

4. STAR Program for 9th graders
Modular Labs
Math
Science
Innovative curriculum
Cooperative learning
Hands-on experiences
Relevant learning

5. Cooperative Learning Science Lab

9. Cooperative Learning Math Course

10. Relevant Math Comparing cell phone plans
Deciding on fast food combination meals vs. buying individual items
Calculating fuel efficiency for vehicles
Calculating amount of food, drinks, and supplies needed to host a party
Judging price and quality of products
Name brand vs. Generic

11. Reading Support

12. Reading with Read 180 Instructional Model
Whole Group Instruction (20 minutes)
Rotations
Small-group Instruction (20 minutes)
Silent Reading (20 minutes)
Instructional Read 180 Software (20 minutes)
Whole Group Wrap-Up (10 minutes)

13. Reading Rotations

15. ELA and Social Studies Classrooms

16. Berrien Academy is doing GREAT things!