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Curriculum and Professional
Learning
Curriculum:
The curriculum for Rome City Schools is based on the Georgia
Performance Standards for grades K-12 and on Georgia's Quality
Core Curriculum. The Quality Core Curriculum is being replaced
by the new Georgia Performance Standards.
The Georgia Performance Standards (GPS) have
been fully implemented in the following areas: K-12 English
Language Arts; 6th Grade Math; 6th Grade Earth Science; 7th
Grade Life Science; 9-12 Physical Science; and 9-12 Life Science.
The Georgia Performance Standards are being fully implemented
this school year (2006-2007) in the following areas: K-2 Math;
7th Grade Math; and 3-5 Science.
Rome City Schools continues to embrace best
practices that are proven to increase student achievement. Decisions
regarding curriculum and instructional approaches are focused
on what will most effectively bring about successful learning
for all students.
Professional Learning:
Professional learning is the means by which educators acquire
the knowledge and skills necessary to create high levels of
learning for all students. Professional learning activities
are focused on providing a safe, risk-free environment that
is conducive to successful learning for all students.
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