Atlanta Schools Are Models Of Reform
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Atlanta Schools Exemplify Reform
Overview
Educators everywhere?"whether teachers, administrators, or board members?"are constantly striving to enhance educational services. They participate in in-service training, engage in discussions with peers nation-wide, and explore effective practices in other districts, all to improve their own schools. Atlanta Schools are actively part of this reform movement.Structure and Diversity
As of the 2006-07 school year, Atlanta Schools included:- 89 Traditional Schools
- 59 Elementary Schools
- 16 Middle Schools
- 14 High Schools
- 2 Nontraditional Programs
- 7 Charter Schools
- 1 Adult Learning Center
- 99 APS Learning Institutes
- 89 Title I Schools
- 3 Year-Round Schools
- 2 Schools of Excellence
- 7 Magnet Schools
Serving 49,392 students, Atlanta Schools boast a diverse student body:
- African-American: 85.98%
- Caucasian: 8.37%
- Hispanic: 4.10%
- Asian: 0.59%
- Multiracial: 0.93%
- American Indian/Alaskan: 0.03%
Budget and Staff
With an operating budget of $582,839,767, Atlanta Schools employ 6,536 staff members, including 3,465 full-time teachers. Of these teachers, 1,900 hold advanced degrees, and 42 have achieved National Board Certification. The starting salary for teachers during the 2005-06 school year was $40,157.Model of Reforms
Atlanta Schools have implemented various reform models tailored to meet specific needs, such as:- America's Choice: Focuses on reaching international standards with a personalized approach to time and resources.
- Core Knowledge: Provides a robust curriculum ensuring students grasp essential knowledge for educated citizenship.
- Direct Instruction: This model, focused on reading, employs structured lessons within small groups, improving learning through clear phonics instruction.
- International Baccalaureate: Prepares students to be critical thinkers and informed participants in global matters.
- Making Middle Grades Work: Enhances middle school achievement through content alignment, high standards, and engaging classroom practices.
- Project GRAD: Aims to raise high school achievement through family support, discipline, scholarships, and emphasis on reading and math.
- Talent Development: Fosters a culture of learning with curricular innovations, parental involvement, and professional development.
In summary, Atlanta Schools are not just embracing reform but are also setting benchmarks for creating dynamic and effective educational environments.
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