Block Scheduling

Our middle and high schools utilize a block schedule. The middle school, 7th and 8th grade, will be on A/B block model. The high school will be on a 4x4 block model.

Frequently Asked Questions

We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions based on questions submitted by parents and stakeholders.

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Block Scheduling

Frequently Asked Questions

My child has an IEP and is used to receiving services via a Learning Strategies class. How will he continue to be served?

My child plays more than one sport and needs special services. How will this work?

How will athletics and activity-based classes be scheduled?

Will a student be able to do choir, Colorguard, and band?

How can we know the number of credits may child has towards graduation for planning purposes?

Can foreign language be expanded at the middle school level to help alleviate issues with a foreign language on the 4x4 block?

How will AP classes taught in the fall, be reviewed for the spring testing?

Will accelerated students get bored in the longer class periods?

What happens to courses that are sequential? (English, math, foreign language, etc)?

How will the block schedule impact a senior on distinction tract and have few classes needed to graduate?

Will the number of days missed per semester change under the block schedule?

If a student fails a course in the fall, will it be offered in the spring semester?

Will teachers receive training to accommodate the extended time for block classes?

My student plays multiple sports in the fall and spring, will they be able to continue?

If a student plays sports will he/she have to make a choice if they are in ROTC?

Will course selections/track be treated as a yearly event or the high school years be in one process?

How does the block schedule impact state testing?

On the A/B block schedule at the middle school, will they attend classes every day?

As for electives, will electives be a year-long course or select another elective each semester.

What does the regular school look like on the A/B block schedule?