PERSONALIZED LEARNING
Students have the option to work independently on their personalized assignments at any location and at any time, or they can come to our campus to work with teachers and peers during our collaborative learning days, workshops, lab hours, and other events. Some of our students prefer to learn independently from home and only check-in with their teacher for feedback and new assignments, although many of our students take advantage of the rich learning experiences and social opportunities that we offer on our campus and through the neighborhood schools.
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
Students have the option to work independently on their personalized assignments at any location and at any time, or they can come to our campus to work with teachers and peers during our collaborative learning days, workshops, lab hours, and other events (see schedule). Some of our students prefer to learn independently from home and only check-in with their teacher for feedback and new assignments, although many of our students take advantage of the rich learning experiences and social opportunities that we offer on our campus and through the neighborhood schools.
Student Attendance
Students must check-in with their teacher to submit work and receive new assignments weekly or twice a month. Tustin Connect has open “lab hours” every week where students have the option to come in and work with peers and their teacher. Some students choose to work at the Tustin Connect classroom a couple days a week, while other students only attend the (mandatory) check-in with their teacher. Arrangements can also be made to have video chat or phone check-ins if students are unable to come in. Student attendance is based on completed work, so it is essential that students complete all of their assigned work every week.
Dual Enrollment
Upon administrative approval, students enrolled at Tustin Connect may also be enrolled at their neighborhood school of residence. Middle School students may enroll in 1-2 elective courses and be involved with extracurricular activities, including after-school sports and robotics. Elementary students may also have dual enrollment and may be involved with activities such as PE, art, music, after school enrichment classes, and other special events at their neighborhood elementary school.
Workshops & Collaborative Learning Days
Students have the opportunity to drop in to our campus on a regular basis to work with teachers and peers. Attendance at workshops are completely optional for students. Below are some examples of the regular workshops and activities we host for all students:
- Reading & Writing Workshops
- CGI Math & Math Tutoring
- Science Experiments
- Chess Lessons & Tournaments
- Art, Photography, and Video Productions
- Group Research Projects
- Computer Coding