Indicator 2

The curriculum shall be aligned with the school-wide academic expectations and shall ensure that all students have sufficient opportunity to practice and achieve each of those expectations.

What to Look for:

Do all students have opportunities to practice and achieve each of the school-wide academic expectations?

• a core curriculum is required of all students that addresses all of the school-wide academic expectations
• the design of the curriculum ensures that each student is provided with the learning experiences necessary to achieve the school-wide academic expectations at the desired level
• when appropriate, alternative paths/programs and time options are available to those students who need significant additional support or time to meet the expectations (e.g., night school, summer school, or Saturday programs)
• ancillary support mechanisms are in place to help all students achieve the expectations (e.g., teachers are available to provide extra help; learning centers are open to provide support both during and after school; tutoring is available)