Roger Clap School

“Connecting Classroom and Community”

The new Roger Clap Innovation School envisions a school that embraces a Place-based Curriculum model. Place-based education is the process of using the local community and environment as a starting point to teach concepts in language arts, mathematics, social studies, science and other subjects across the curriculum. Emphasizing hands-on, real world learning experiences, this approach to education increases academic achievement, helps students develop stronger ties to their community, enhances students’ appreciation for the natural world, and creates a heightened commitment to serving as active, contributing citizens. Community vitality and environmental quality are improved through the active engagement of parents, community organizations, and environmental resources in the life of the school.