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Curriculum, Classroom, Coaching, Community, and Culture

Dr. Kiran C. Patel High School will transform teaching and learning, demonstrating methods and techniques that will be replicated in high quality public high schools across the state and the nation.

MISSION

Patel High School will educate, inspire, and empower students by integrating 21st century knowledge and skills with personalized, innovative instruction, school/community partnerships, and a focus on social responsibility and leadership.

Patel High School will embed skills essential to 21st century learning – critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and creativity – into the context of core subjects and interdisciplinary themes that challenge students to excel..

Inquiry and problem-based approaches to instruction will immerse Patel High School students in real-world problems and solutions, cultivating a profound understanding of their civic and leadership responsibilities, both locally and globally. Patel High School will lay the groundwork for students to become college and career ready lifelong learners.

WORLD CLASS FACILITIES

Successful learning occurs in physical spaces specifically designed with an eye toward flexibility and the promotion of creativity and collaboration. The Dr. Kiran C. Patel High School will incorporate:

Wow Space – common room for formal and informal gatherings.
Studios – Space for gatherings, working groups, and presentations.
Neighborhoods – Communities for integrated curriculum delivery.
Movable Walls – Creating flexible space between teachers & classrooms.
Venues – Providing opportunity to display and exhibit student work.

The entire campus of Dr. Kiran C. Patel High School will be a learning tool and community asset. Architecture, school grounds, and landscaping all contribute to a rich learning environment.

TRANSFORMATIVE EDUCATION

PHILOSOPHY

Our philosophy is that teachers serve a much greater purpose than simply delivering information. Traditional secondary education models are often “transactional,” relying on transmission of knowledge from teacher to student and anticipating that students will assimilate and synthesize new knowledge on their own. In contrast, our teachers serve as facilitators of learning, rather than simply transmitters.

SHARED VISION

At Dr. Kiran C. Patel High School, a shared vision describes what the class, students, and teacher aim to achieve over the course of a quarter or semester. It serves as an internal compass, helping the students and the instructor organize their time, priorities, and expectations.

MODELING & MASTERY

A transformational teacher becomes a coach by offering modeling and mastery experiences that promote learning and transform students’ attitudes, values, and beliefs. Like coaches, teachers train students to apply strategies and skills effectively. At Dr. Kiran C. Patel High School, community-based mentors, as well as teachers and counselors, serve in this type of coaching role.

CHALLENGING INTELLECT & TRANSFORMATION

Classroom discussions that work within students’ current level of understanding and present problems on par with students’ prior knowledge and current skill levels can become a tool for challenging intellect and encouraging transformation of attitudes, values and beliefs.

PERSONALIZE ATTENTION & FEEDBACK

The daily “Power Hour” at Dr. Kiran C. Patel High School fosters teacher/student connections. Counselors and teachers work with students to identify a personal vision for the future, create a summary of current strengths and weaknesses, develop a learning plan to help them attain their learning goals, and define a set of exercises or activities designed to foster new ways of thinking and behaving.

EXPERIENTIAL LESSONS

Experiential lessons immerse students in a topic and extend beyond the classroom. Whether guided by classroom teachers or community volunteers, our project-based learning curriculum provides students an opportunity to experience concepts hands-on and to experience first-hand what it means to be active members of the community.

PREFLECTION & REFLECTION

Preflection and reflection result in meaningful and sustainable transformation within our students. Preflection occurs when students are guided through a critique of their own assumptions about an idea or problem-solving approach before they begin an activity. In contrast, reflection takes place once the assignment or activity is completed.