The NBLA team is entering the third phase of its design work in order to get ready for the September 2010 opening.  The first phase began last summer, as the team worked under a Readiness School grant to prepare a proposal for an autonomous school within a school.  The second phase encompassed all of the [...]

The Leadership Academy will pilot a new curriculum model in September based on the Understanding by Design principles practiced in thousands of schools around the nation.  It will also highlight the development and measurement of 21st century skills built around a thematic focus on leadership.  More to come….

This is a sample post for the opening of the Leadership Academy in September 2010.  It has been a long road, but New Bedford High School is moving its restructuring process towards full support for autonomous small learning communities.  This will, ultimately, empower all students to realize their full potential.  More to come…….