Shakopee Online's Middle School (6th - 8th Grades) programming includes integrated educational units designed to incorporate all required Minnesota State Standards in Language Arts, Social Studies and Science. Math will be taught as a stand alone subject focused on grade level content and standards. Students can expect to spend up to four hours a day engaging in their online learning experience, with considerations made for age and individual learning styles. Teachers/advisors will continuously monitor at-home learning to adjust and prioritize time as needed.
Specific program highlights include:
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Regular LIVE instruction and interaction with a licensed Shakopee teacher
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Virtual social opportunities
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Assigned collaborative group times
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Self-selected passion projects
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A focus on the skills of analysis, synthesis, and critical thinking
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6th grade students will participate in integrated units of study to spark creativity that will include Music, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math) and Art
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7th and 8th grade students will be assigned a variety of electives by quarter (sample below)
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Click here for a middle school sample schedule.