by MrShumaker | Oct 21, 2024 | School News
Our students recently attended the Sacramento Trades Day Expo, where they had the chance to explore various trade careers through interactive, hands-on demonstrations. They learned about fields like construction, welding, roofing, and electrical work by using real...
by MrShumaker | Oct 18, 2024 | School News
As a teacher at CCPA, I’ve had the incredible opportunity to see how our focus on Design Thinking transforms the way students learn and engage with the world around them. When I first introduced my students to Design Thinking 1, it was exciting to watch them...
by MrShumaker | Oct 16, 2024 | School News
Interdisciplinary projects integrate knowledge and skills from various subject areas to tackle complex topics and real-world challenges. Rather than focusing on one subject, these projects encourage students to connect fields such as science, history, literature, and...
by MrShumaker | Oct 14, 2024 | School News
We took our 9th and 10th graders on a culinary adventure with an immersive entry event to get them excited about their upcoming garden project! As a follow-up to their “Global Taste Trek” activity, we transformed one of our classrooms into a full-on...
by MrShumaker | Oct 2, 2024 | School News
Last week, our campus came alive with creativity as students showcased their Peace Day projects, each one offering a unique perspective on what peace means to them. We organized a “gallery walk,” allowing everyone to take their time exploring the diverse...
by MrShumaker | Sep 25, 2024 | School News
Our students kicked off inspiring projects to celebrate International Day of Peace by exploring this year’s theme, “Cultivating a Culture of Peace.” Together, we broke down what this theme means to us, both as individuals and as a campus community....
