Jr & Sr High School
Groups 4 & 5
“Real collaboration only comes from those who do not feel overpowered and can contribute freely. Only when we are free is it possible to make choices.” - Maria Montessori in Understanding the Human Being, Page 159
Jr & Sr High School
Learning beyond the classroom:
Beginning in group 4 students begin to work directly toward completing their graduation objectives. Traditional graduation requirements are focused only on academic content. Mistwood High School puts equal emphasis on independent, practical life skills and 21st century college and career skills. This will provide students with real life abilities they need to be productive members of our local and global community.
Academic Master in Groups 4 and 5
Students are given many in-class, group, and homework assignments in all classes. By the end of group 4 , students are ready to take on more challenges. They are confident that if they put in hard work, they will become successful high school students. Both our group 4 and 5 students can continue to take thematic classes, but self paced workshops, independent study and personal projects can all be incorporated into their personal learning plans. Our graduates employ effective critical thinking, complex reasoning skills, and varied depth of knowledge, necessary for lifelong learning.
Demonstrating Integrity
In groups 4 and 5 students have the opportunity to demonstrate discipline and responsibility with school and community service projects in addition to their rigorous academics. Additionally they demonstrate compassion and community engagement when working with their assigned buddies from the grammar school with whom they play games, read, or work on projects. These relationships foster responsibility in the older students and develop leadership, communication skills, and compassion for our younger students.
Fortifying Internal Strength:
Our group 4 and 5 students continue to receive instruction on social emotional skills that allow them to develop positive communication and social relationships and responsibility. Our graduates possess a flexible growth mindset, along with confidence, to achieve individual goals.
Global Perspective:
In Groups 4 and 5 students build their global perspective through social studies classes and community service and outreach. They develop pride, confidence and healthy self-esteem without denying the value and dignity of other people. Our graduates possess the perspective to appreciate the breadth and diversity of the world and its cultures, promoting open-mindedness, justice, and a commitment to the common good.
Independent Living
Our Jr and Sr High School Students are assigned responsibilities for various school and community projects, including journalism/newspaper, food drives, UNICEF drives, organizing special school events at holiday times, and hosting guest speakers… They are accustomed to communicating with teachers and other adults, asking for assistance when needed. Our graduates are required to have the practical skills needed for independent living including domestic skills, personal finance skills and health and safety skills. Mistwood School is dedicated to preparing students for life after high school whether that leads them to college or more directly into careers.
Want to Know More?
Do you want to know more about our developing high school program? Please email our high school coordinator: kate@mistwoodvillage.org