LEARNING MODELS
Forsyth’s four learning models are intentionally scaffolded to prioritize the academic and social-emotional learning needs of students and complement the “Forsyth experience” at every age. The progression of classroom transitions to different teachers optimizes instruction time and maximizes opportunities for collaboration and project-based learning. An organized and well-articulated structure provides stability and predictability for students and families and supports Forsyth’s goal of sustaining a cohesive curriculum continuum across all grade levels.
EYAS, PRE-K, JR-K:
COLLABORATIVE CLASSROOM
Teams of classroom teachers collaborate within and between grade-level classrooms, with support from classroom teaching assistants in each grade level.
SR-K, GRADES 1–2:
HOMEROOM
Each classroom teacher instructs a self-contained and set classroom of students in language arts, math, and social studies. One shared reading support specialist provides support for all three grade levels.
GRADES 3–4:
HYBRID HOMEROOM
Each classroom teacher instructs a set classroom of students in language arts, math, and social studies, with periodic opportunities for mixed learning groups. One shared teaching assistant provides support for both grade levels.
GRADES 5–6:
MIDDLE SCHOOL WITH ADVISORY
Classroom teachers specialize in one of the primary subjects, including science for Grade 6; students experience all classroom teachers in a departmentalized format. Classroom teachers are assigned a set student advisory group for the year.