One of the components of the program for at-risk students that I'm running is a computer-based credit recovery program called NovaNET. Instead of having a student sit in a class that he/she has already failed, a student can work his/her way through the course online. Tests are given to allow students to skip lessons for which they can demonstrate mastery.
Friday I had two students finish a semester of English. It took them only 4 weeks!!! I'm so excited for these two kids. And their success tells the other students that they, too, can hurry up to get credits.
The last two weeks have been rocky. I won't go into all of the school drama here (maybe later), but I have to say, I am so thrilled for the opportunity that lies ahead for all of my students.
I, too, am very impressed!! It is nice to know that sometimes kids are learning even when their grade does not indicate it. Thanks for that!!
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