PROJECT-BASED LEARNING AND TRAINING

We offer project-based learning classes as academic credit for our students. Not only do students benefit from dynamic learning opportunities, but they also appreciate gaining skills that can be used in daily life or in the work force. Project-based classes incorporate general operations maintenance, welding, wood-working, animal care, facility upkeep, hard work, positive co-worker interaction, teamwork, and following supervisor instructions. Advanced project-based learning experiences may include marketing, production, business management, and other various opportunities based on the skills and interests of students.

METAL FABRICATION

Welding and metal working with 1-on-1 guidance.

ANIMAL CARE

Taking responsibility of feeding and care of horses, goats, chickens, etc.

WOODWORKING

Construction of wood art and pieces with 1-on-1 guidance.

WELDING

Using welding tools on vehicles or machinery with 1-on-1 guidance.

vehicle-maintenance

VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Learning to care and perform small repairs on vehicles.

MUSIC PRODUCTION

Working in a group setting to make music with other students.

GARDENING

Students plant, nourish and produce various crops and flowers.

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Students get hands-on with general construction tasks, building repair/upkeep and yard work.

KITCHEN

Students prepare food, serve food, and clean in a commercial kitchen environment.

FAQs

Q – WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE FOR SOUTHWEST METRO SCHOOL DISTRICT?

A – For the 2017/2018 school year, Southwest Metro will follow the normal public school calendar, with classes scheduled 5 days/week. There will be normal breaks for MEA, Thanksgiving and Christmas Holidays, and Spring Break; during these times, your students may be asked to complete a special project or to pursue other project-based learning.

Q – HOW CAN I CONTACT MY SON’S TEACHER?

A – Once your son is enrolled, his teachers will provide their cell phone numbers, and email addresses. In addition you will be encouraged to create a login/password on Cynergy, the parent communication site of Southwest Metro. Here, you may check your son’s attendance, view his grades and transcripts, etc.

Q – AT WHAT PACE WILL MY SON’S EDUCATION BE ADMINISTERED? HE IS BEHIND AND NEEDS TO MAKE UP CLASSES OR CREDITS. HE IS AHEAD AND DESIRES TO STAY AHEAD.

A – Learning pace: The education for each student is highly personalized; the pace of curriculum will be based on his abilities and on his personal learning plan or IEP. Many students graduate high school while attending Lakeside Academy. When that occurs, they may begin to take college classes online.