Curriculum, Assessment & Instruction
Welcome to the Department of Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction.
We are proud of our students' achievements, the instruction provided by our teachers, and the many educational programs offered to our students. We believe that our exemplary educational system is a result of the collaborative efforts of parents, students, school, and community. Together we are improving learning for all.
Curriculum/Standards
Dear Parents/Guardians:
This section details course/subject area standards taught in Michigan. The Michigan Department of Education establishes academic standards that educators rely on for instruction, lesson planning, and assessment.
District Information
English Learners Program
The State of Michigan requires any student who has a language other than English listed on their Home Language Survey (from the enrollment packet) to be tested for English proficiency. This is done through the WIDA Access Placement Test (W-APT). The W-APT measure proficiency in the four domains of language - speaking, listening, reading and writing. If a student scores below a 5.0 in any of the four domains and/or they are below grade level in reading, they qualify for the English Learner (EL) program.
Library FAQ
Literacy Plan
Parent Resources
Reproductive Health Committee
Lowell Area Schools is in the process of reviewing materials used when teaching HIV/AIDS education as well as for sex education instruction. School Board Policy 2418 and state law mandate the creation of a sex education advisory committee to engage in the review process. Materials used for the purpose of HIV/AIDS and sex education will be reviewed and recommended to the School Board for final approval. Two public hearings to view materials will be scheduled prior to final Board approval as mandated.
Members of the Reproductive Health Committee have volunteered their time in order to participate in the review process. Board Policy specifies that specific roles be filled for this committee.
Technology
Infusion of technology into the classroom is a district curricular goal. Our technology team is dedicated to providing expert solutions and support for today's cutting edge technology directed toward promoting high quality teaching and learning.
Lowell Area Schools is active on social media to engage with our community, and to show our mission in the spirit of high expectations, ensuring all students master essential skills, empowering them to become lifelong learners, and contributing, responsible members of our global community in action.
Because we are a public school regulated by federal, state, and local laws, we have set some community guidelines. By using any Lowell Area Schools social media sites, you accept and agree to these Terms, together with Lowell Area Schools' privacy policy.
