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Academics
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Student Project 1
Project-based learning is an instructional approach designed to give students the opportunity to develop knowledge and skills through engaging projects set around challenges and problems they may face in the real world.
To prepare students for success in life, we need to prepare them for a project-based world.
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Vision for LCS Graduates:
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I know and value myself.
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I respect and connect with my community.
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I solve problems and I know how to learn new skills.
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I fulfill NH diploma requirements and I am prepared for my next step after high school.
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I persist in the face of challenge.
English and Language Arts - 4 Credits
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LCS offers a variety of language arts courses to inspire our students such as American Literature, Classic Literature, Collaborative Storytelling, Creative Writing and more.
Math - 4 Credits
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Students have the opportunity to take sun and inspiring math classes such as Math Design & Practical Math in addition to classic math classes such as Algebra 1 & 2 and Geometry. Algebra 1 is required for graduation by the state of New Hampshire.
Science - 3 Credits
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Students are required to take Physical Science and Biology for graduation. They also have an opportunity to take our toher science classes such as Physics, to fulfill that final credit. Lovers of science are encouraged to take our STEM classes, Robotics, and Maker Space as electives.
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Electives - 6 Credits
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Along with an additional 1.5 credits (listed below) motivates students to learn new skills, develop a love of learning and deepen their interest.
Social Science - 2.5 Credits
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Students learn about the history of our great United States of America and New Hampshire history as well. Students are also required to take Civics and Economics.
Physical Education - 1 Credit
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Students get outdoors on days when the weather is conducive and play games such as football, soccer, basketball and more. When it's snowy and cold students learn teamwork and coordination by playing games inside such as miniature golf, bowling and even making up their own games.
Miscellaneous - 1.5 Credits
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Art Health & Information Technology
1.5, credits
Additional coursework is required which allows students to further pursue what they are most passionate about.
Community Service - 20 Hours per year
Ledyard Charter School partners with The Hartford Area Career and Technology Center (HACTC) where students will gain hands on experience in a wide variety of areas including:
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Autobody
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Motorsports and Customs
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Industrial Mechanics and Welding
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Information Technology
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STEM: Engineering, Design
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Illustration and Media Arts
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Business Administration
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Cosmetology
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Students may apply for this program as a junior or senior. Transportation to and from HACTC is provided during the regular school day.
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Visit the HACTC website for additional information about their programs.
Ledyard Charter School after-school clubs are based entirely on student interest. These clubs provide the students an opportunity to develop deeper relationships with one another, learn new skills, and develop new hobbies.
Art Club : Mondays 3-4pm
Time set aside to make art and make connections with peers and art teachers. Each week there is a new art project, often utilizing special art supplies not available during normal art classes.
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Dungeons and Dragons : Tuesdays 3-4
Student led gaming, where students create and drive every aspect of the D&D game.
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Sports Club : Wednesdays 3-4
Play outside with friends. Each week there is a new activity; tennis, baseball, basketball, and more.
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Crafts Club : Thursdays, 3-4pm.
Time to create fun projects with peers. Each week there is a new craft project; fiber arts, functional art, and fun new materials are included.
Social Studies
US/NH History
Civics
Economics
Ancient Civilizations
Current Events
Geography
Math
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Pre-Algebra
Algebra 1
Algebra 2 / Pre-Calculus
Geometry
Computer Science
STEM
Practical Math
English and Language Arts
Creative Writing
Collaborative Storytelling
Writing for Life
Visual Literature
Poetry
Advanced English
Perspectives
Science
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Biology
Physical Science
Chemistry
STEM
Zoology
Psychology
Computer Science
Enrichment
Physical Education
Health
Ceramics
Electives
Maker Space
Work Study