OUR APPROACH
It is a basic set of operating principles. When combined and executed effectively, these principles have consistently demonstrated success at high levels in schools across the country. Many of the nation’s highest-performing charter management organizations implement some form of this model.
The Twist: Along with these basic set of operating principles, Granville Academy prides itself on contributing to our surrounding community and world at large.
Granville Academy Charter School- The "No Excuses" Model with a Twist
THE MODEL
All Granville Academy scholars attend academic classes for at least eight hours each day for at least 190 days each year and are offered additional summer and Saturday academies for extra support.
/ Increased Instructional Time
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All scholars study two hours of math, two hours of literacy, one hour of science, and one hour of social studies every day as well as various enrichment courses.
/Rigorous Curriculum with Differentiated Supports
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/ Data Driven Instruction
Teachers and leaders will collect and analyze data regularly to ensure that every student is on track to meeting academic benchmarks set by the school and the country.
All Granville Academy staff and students will live by the LIFE values of Leadership, Integrity, Focus and Enthusiasm. LIFE values are reinforced through a variety of incentives such as field trips, dining out and special privileges.
We are committed to attracting, developing and retaining exceptional teachers because we believe great teachers create great scholars. Granville Academy staff members undergo extensive performance reviews, receive weekly professional development during the school year and three weeks of intensive professional development in the summer, and are guided by explicit career ladders and opportunities for growth.
/ Relentless Human Capital Approach
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/ Structured, Supportive and Engaging School Culture
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All staff and students will have multiple opportunities to contribute to the world outside of school through active community partnerships. We firmly believe that success alone is not enough. We instill the importance of using success to be a contribution to the world.