Curriculum

Curriculum includes the content and subject matter that focuses the work of the classroom. It is the description of what students will know and be able to do, and it is the outline of the best practices that teachers will use to assure student learning.

International Baccalaureate

The IB Diploma Programme is an academically challenging and balanced programme of education that prepares students for success at university and life beyond. IB has gained recognition and respect from the world's leading universities.

Personal curriculum

According to Michigan Legislature, students can slightly modify their graduation requirements by adopting a personal curriculum. Learn more.

Professional development

All of our staff members commit to regular professional development. We have a dedicated PD web page with resources for our staff members including PD day schedules.

School Improvement

Access the district's official school improvement plan and supporting documents. Learn more.

Kindergarten

We offer a structured kindergarten curriculum that builds the foundation for future success.

Using hands-on and minds-on learning, our kindergartners study various topics in science, mathematics, language arts, and social studies. Our kindergartners see that learning is interesting, satisfying, challenging, and fun. Learn more.

High school testing

Parents and students will appreciate our efforts to organize information about the ACT, PLAN, PSAT/NMSQT, SAT, MME, and test preparation. We keep testing dates, registration fees, and relevant testing materials up-to-date.

eLearning

Learn how students can recover credits, protect credits, and take advantage of unique opportunities with eLearning. Learn more.


Elementary school curriculum

Our elementary handbooks outline the curriculum objectives of each grade level. Each handbook is organized by subject matter, and we review the content annually. These handbooks also explain how students are evaluated on our progress reports.

Please refer to these handbooks throughout the school year when you have questions about expectations and requirements.


Middle school curriculum

We offer a transition guide for students entering sixth grade. The guide also introduces the concept of career pathways. Complete course descriptions are available in our Moving On! booklet.

Fifth Grade Transition Booklet - Pathways to Middle School Success

Middle School Course Offering Guide 2010-2011 - Moving On!

World Language Graduation Requirement Guidelines


High school curriculum

Graduation requirements, course descriptions, and career pathways are available in our comprehensive What Next? document. Students are given a paper copy when they enter high school.

High School Course Offering Guide 2010-2011 - What Next?

World Language Graduation Requirement Guidelines

Have a question or comment?

Please contact our office for assistance.

Dr. Kathleen Ellison

Director of Curriculum/ Instruction and Staff Development
EllisonKS@mps.k12.mi.us
(989) 923-5018

Rita Klumpp

Administrative Assistant
KlumppRL@mps.k12.mi.us
(989) 923-5023