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This resource is a make-up written assignment for students that cannot physically participate in a PE class. The resource is editable in Google Docs, which can also easily be converted to Microsoft Word.

This can be printed for students to complete while observing the class. Alternatively, students could edit the document on a Chromebook or other device if the teacher prefers. 10 total questions are included, and students will work on the worksheet for the duration of observing the PE class.

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The current structure of the classroom dates back to mid-19 th century Prussia. Khan (2012) wrote that the American system of K-12 education was copied from this European model with, among other things, the desks lined in rows and the seats and back rests being rigid and non-flexible. “Picture the stereotype of a perfectly run conventional classroom. Desks are arranged in tidy ranks and rows as on a chessboard. Students deploy their notebooks at parallel slants, their pencils poised in unison, like the bows of a violin section. All eyes are on the teacher looming at the front of the room. Silence reigns but for the first tap of her chalk against the blackboard. It’s a decorous and fitting atmosphere… for a funeral.” (p. 203) And Maria Montessori (1924) compared the configuration of students in the public school classroom like mounted butterflies, “In such a school the children, like butterflies mounted on pins, are fasted each to his place, the desk” (p. 25).

Khan (2012) said that the actual physical layout of his ideal classroom room could be experimented with; in theory this could even occur in existing classrooms or an open field. “The important difference between what I am describing and today’s classrooms is that any walls would be only superficial physical boundaries, not mental ones (p.206).” In his model he feels that creative latitude is seldom found in a conventional, box-shaped classroom in which everyone is supposed to be doing the exact same lesson, and “differentness” is generally used as a negative. In his classroom a quiet corner or room could be devoted to students working on art or creative writing projects. A less quiet corner would be reserved for those working on original music. The most important aspect of this is that it would carve out space and time for open-ended thinking and creativity for all students (p. 204-205).

Peter Cameron a fifth grade teacher in Ontario took a 360 degree video of his classroom (https://www.edutopia.org/discussion/rethinking-learning-space). After 20 years in the same classroom he says that he is finally satisfied with it because it is an efficient and effective environment where his students seem content, relaxed, happy and eager to explore, create, question and learn. The following are some of the features that make this classroom innovative:

Clotheslines 

He has hung “clotheslines” to hang anchor charts, learning goals and success criteria, student work and exemplars which has allowed for efficiency and flow within the classroom.

  Stand Up Desk

The standup desk by Ergotron has been a fantastic addition to the classroom, for both the students and teacher. Sometimes we just need to get out of our seats and stand and/or move! No child should be forced to sit for 5-6 hours a day. Get kids moving, standing, sitting and even lying while learning and behavior issues will diminish and productivity will increase. There are also desks that can change into a multi-tiered stand up desk.

Stationary Bike

This has been a unique addition to the classroom and provides another opportunity for students to get moving while working and learning. Students self-monitor the use of the bike. They have come up with a “sign up system” that works for everyone. Teachers can get a little exercise too.

Flexible Seating

In a fourth grade classroom in Northern California there are no desks only tables and chairs. The tables allow the teacher to rotate proficient students with academically weaker one for peer-based learning. All of the chairs have wheels so the students can slide from work area to work area. Wheels on nine year-old student’s chairs also provide an excellent kinetic energy release.

The “buckets” are the student “lockers.” By having students keep all their supplies and books in their lockers, students are able to carry everything with them as they find their learning space within the classroom. Gone are the days of messy desks and lost supplies. Students’ ” lockers” are always neat and orderly which allows for increased efficiency.

Stand Up Work Area 

The back-of-the-room counter is a place where students go to stand up while working. All students have certain aspects of kinetic learning and love to stand (and move) while working. Stand up desks are not a feasible option in most classes, but countertops are found in almost all classrooms.

  Open Space

In the center of the classroom is a space where students have the opportunity to lay on the floor and practice relaxation and quiet mindfulness as well as a space where student kinetic energy can be displaced through exercises such as crunches; push-up; squats; planks; and jumping jacks. This area can also be used for group dance. Mats, bean bag chairs, a variety of different chairs and desk arrangements have allowed for a wide variety of learning spaces.

Teachers are expected to work in teams on lesson planning so that they are knowledgeable about the content for each level and can assist any students that need it. Nylander pointed out that this arrangement allows students to establish relationships with any of the teachers. Though this trend is at least five years away from mainstream implementation, there are certain schools that, after setting the precedent, are actively working to help other schools replicate progressive school structures through teacher education such as High Tech High in San Diego which was mentioned above (p. 67).

In her article for eSchool News Transforming learning with physical spaces, Laura Devaney looked at several physical learning spaces which are being designed to complement the technical innovations in education and learning. Physical environments have a large impact on student learning, research says which points to the increased student achievement and engagement resulting from redesigning learning spaces to be more flexible and collaborative.

A Carnegie Mellon study found that students who learned in a space with muted designs displayed better retention, collaboration, and test scores than students in an environment with bright colors and busy patterns so in the most basic concepts of design, minimal decorations and calming colors, should be incorporated. Declutter and use calming colors, monochromatic colors that appeal to both genders; have collaborative furniture and flexible learning spaces.

In Iowa, the Great Prairie Area Education Agency set about building “Room 21C,” a model of innovative classroom design that district leaders hope will influence teaching and learning.

Great Prairie uses a data system called Bright Bytes , which measures implementation and use of technology including use of the 4Cs, digital citizenship, and more. That system revealed that the district wasn’t making much progress implementing and using educational technology, and that realization prompted the district to initiate a project they called “Room 21C.” “We realized that perhaps the environment has a lot to do with it … our teachers really do great things; but maybe the environment wasn’t conducive to 21st-century learning,” said Sally Lindgren, the district’s director of technology and innovation..

“It’s really not about the teacher teaching as much as it is around the student learning.” District leaders wanted to examine how to truly effect change in the district, and they decided part of that change had to come from physical learning spaces and how students are – or are not – encouraged to collaborate.

District leaders outlined three basic “must-haves” for classroom design:

• Furniture must be mobile and flexible
• Each collaborative area must have a display
• Each collaborative area must have a writeable surface

New learning spaces, they decided, should include:

• No teacher desk
• Flexibility
• No “front of room,” or no back or sides, for that matter
• Engaging spaces for collaborative group work and the 4Cs

Educators consulted research about classroom design, include  SCALE-UP  and  TILE  case studies done at the university level. They also investigated furniture vendor’s offerings for flexible spaces, wireless and mobile device support, and ease of use. Room 21C, which launched in September 2014, includes a learning lounge with a 60″ monitor and video conferencing camera for student interaction, projects, collaboration, and more. Features included:

• 5 U-shaped tables (seating 6 people)
• 5 LED monitors​
• 1 Main projector
• Document camera
• SMART podium

Benches and seating offer space for more individual student learning, as well as a 3D monitor. The room also has a 150″ high-definition theater screen that works with a 3D printer, and Lindgren said the goal is to create a 3D environment.

Students use the Eduvision platform and TechSmith Fuse to support learning with video and live media. They create video-based projects to reflect on lessons and content; engage with content through digital media, gaming, animation, social media, and apps; and they work independently and together, supported by the classroom’s physical design, to build skills such as collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving.

Furniture design company Bretford embarked on a two-year study with California’s Hillbrook School and HERO, Inc ., a research and consulting firm. The study focused on how physical environments impact learning. The school replaced an outdated computer lab with a custom learning space called the Idea Laboratory , or iLab , and researchers gathered data that reveals how an agile learning space positively impacts teaching and learning.

Identical educational activities and projects in traditional learning spaces within the school were also measured as a point of comparison with the iLab. Data included onsite observations, student feedback, teacher evaluations, photos, and videos all were used to compile data. Activities were replicated in traditional learning spaces to compare to activities in the iLab.

Key findings include marked behavioral differences in the iLab–students and teachers are more engaged and interact more with one another inside a flexible environment. “The energy in the iLab is greater than in my classroom – I believe it is because of the movement,” said Christina Pak, a seventh and eighth grade history teacher and Hillbrook School, in a statement about the research. “Kids need both structure and change. The iLab has helped them think more about how the physical learning environment can spark students’ interest and help them think beyond.” ( http://www.eschoolnews.com/2014/09/24/transforming-learning-spaces-034/?all ).

In another eSchool News article, How 3 schools are reimagining learning spaces, Devaney looked at the way several schools’ configured their learning environments. Springs Studio for Academic Excellence is featured for creative use of space and its combination of online, blended and project-based learning. The school purchased a single-story warehouse building and turned it into a modular setting that teachers and students can easily reconfigure for large- and small-group needs, along with an art studio, science labs, and areas for independent study. More than 80 percent of students re-enroll for the next year, and almost every grade level has outperformed state averages in English Language Arts, according to the school.

Bend-La Pine Schools’ Summit High School is featured for its transformation from a traditional school into an innovative blended learning program by implementing small, but impactful changes. Educators are encouraged to reconfigure their spaces to offer areas for larger flex labs and smaller spaces for small group instruction. Students have the choice of working on in-class instruction or using online courses, which has improved students’ interest in the topic being covered and given them time management skills they may not have gained otherwise.

“A couple of years ago, we wondered if all students needed to be in all classrooms all of the time. We said no, so in our comprehensive school, what could that look like?” said Dr. Alice DeWittie, Summit High School principal. “We turned it over to the teachers. If they have an instructional reason for kids not to be in the classroom, they should go for it. It’s based on teacher instructional needs.” Teachers are entirely empowered to use space and time in any way that serves them instructionally,” DeWittie said. “As long as they can instructionally defend it, then I’m all in and I can also defend what they do.” http://www.eschoolnews.com/2016/11/10/3-schools-reimagining-learning-spaces/2/?all

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• Title II, Part A Resources and Guidance

Educational standards describe what students should know and be able to do in each subject in each grade. In California, the State Board of Education decides on the standards for all students, from kindergarten through high school.

Since 2010, a number of states across the nation have adopted the same standards for English and math. These standards are called the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). Having the same standards helps all students get a good education, even if they change schools or move to a different state. Teachers, parents, and education experts designed the standards to prepare students for success in college and the workplace.

The California Department of Education helps schools make sure that all students are meeting the standards. Below you will find information about the standards and the CCSS-related activities taking place in California.

California Common Core State Standards

• What are the Common Core Standards?
• English Language Arts and Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects, Publication Version (PDF; 2MB; Modified Mar-2013)
• Mathematics, Publication Version with February 2014 Corrections (PDF; 3MB; Modified Jan-2013)

• Common Core Search Common Core Search is a collection of resources to support implementation of the CCSS. Resources organized by audience are available in the tab sections below.

Implementation Plan

• Students/Parents
• Higher Education

Community Partners

Approved on March 7, 2012, by the State Board of Education, the CCSS systems implementation plan is a living document that identifies major phases and activities in the implementation of the CCSS throughout California's educational system.

• Common Core State Standards Systems Implementation Plan for California (PDF; Revised 30-Apr-2014)
• CCSS Systems Implementation Guide This resource, designed to support local CCSS implementation, provides suggestions and resources organized by the seven guiding strategies of the CCSS Systems Implementation Plan for California.
• Common Core Channel Videos and related resources to provide information and support for implementing the CCSS.
• Smarter Balanced Assessment System Information about the new generation of student assessments, including information about technology readiness, Practice Tests , Interim Assessments , and Summative Assessments .
• Common Core State Standards Implementation Funds Information about funds allocated to school districts, county offices of education, charter schools, and the state special schools to support CCSS implementation, authorized by Assembly Bill 86, Section 85 (Chapter 48, Statutes of 2013) of the Budget Act of 2013.
• Frequently Asked Questions (Revised 4-Sep-2014)

Resources for Teachers

• Resources for Special Education
• CCSS Resource Clearinghouses Listed Web sites include continuously expanding collections of CCSS implementation resources. Since many of these sites are under development, users are advised to visit these sites often for the latest resources.

Not finding what you need? Use the keyword search and filters to find specific resources at Common Core Search .

Resources for Administrators

• Please visit the Teachers Tab to find resources for teachers.

Resources for Students, Parents, and Guardians

Information and resources about the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for students, parents, and guardians.

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• Mathematics Resources for Parents and Guardians Information and resources for parents and guardians that explain mathematics instruction used today and provide suggestions for supporting their child's academic success.
• Informational Handouts Informational flyers providing overviews and highlights of the CCSS, available in multiple languages.
• Common Core Resources for Special Education CCSS resources and guidelines for the special education community.

Resources for the Higher Education Community

• Resources for Mathematics , English Language Arts , English Language Development , and Literacy
• Letter from University of California, California State University, California Community Colleges, and Association of Independent California Colleges Leaders In this letter to the State Board of Education, leaders of the University of California system, the California State University system, the California Community Colleges, and the Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities outline their endorsement of the CCSS and their support for continuous collaboration between K–12 and higher education.

Information and resources about the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for local school board members, business leaders, and community partners.

• State Board of Education CCSS Meeting Agenda Items Agenda items addressed by the State Board of Education (SBE) regarding the implementation of the CCSS.
• 2014 Mathematics Adoption Programs adopted by State Board of Education on January 15, 2014. Information is organized by the three program types: Basic Grade-Level, Algebra 1, and Mathematics 1.
• 2015 ELA/ELD Adoption Programs adopted by the State Board of Education on November 4, 2015. Information is organized by program types: Basic Grade-Level, and Intervention.
• SBE-Adopted ELA/ELD Framework The State Board of Education adopted the English Language Arts/English Language Development (ELA/ELD) Framework at its July 9, 2014, meeting. This is the final, edited digital version of the ELA/ELD Framework, published July 2015.
• Common Core State Standards Resources (this page)
• CCSS English Language Arts Resources
• CCSS Mathematics Resources
• CCSS Literacy Resources
• CCSS and CA ELD Standards Resources
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• CCSS Systems Implementation Guide
• Mathematics Resources for Parents and Guardians

Lowell High School

- From the Principal, Dr. Mike O. Jones.  Weekly Update for 4/52024

- bell schedules ,  a lunch and b lunch assignments - spring break april 8th through april 12th, classes resume monday april 15th.  - saturday april 20th, college & career day, 10am to 1pm. please rsvp ( more... ).

2023-24 Faculty & Staff

• Administration
• Physical Education
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• Learning Resources

Wellness Resources

Find important Wellness Resources here! (link)

Lowell High School supports the Black Lives Matter movement.  We are proud of our students who have stepped up and created action items for our community.  Here are some ways you can be an ally to the Black Lives Matter movement  

Student Family Logins to SIS Portals

StudentVUE Login  (find student schedule, assignments, and more here!) FamilyVue Login  (stay in touch with what is going on with your student(s)!)

Updating district communication preferences (text, phone, email) can be done using the Family Vue login. More information on that here

News for Families

Summer 2024 programming, 2024 graduation, lowell hs school profile, lowell events, sfusd academic calendar, more about this school, school type, estimated enrollment.

• Michael Jones

Assistant Principal(s)

• Isaac Alcantar
• Jan Bautista
• Matthew McDonell
• Chris Lanier

The school building opens at 8:00 am and non-supervised students and clubs should clear the building by 4:30 pm.

Library hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8am - 5pm; Wednesday 8am - 2:30pm

School Tour

Tours occurred prior to the start of the current academic year.  There are no tour opportunities currently available.

Sign up for a school tour at sfusd.edu/tours .

Uniforms Policy

Neighborhood, transportation, school meals.

View menus at sfusd.edu/menus .

School Code

Founded in 1856 in San Francisco, Lowell High School is the oldest public high school west of the Mississippi. It is ranked as one of the highest performing public high schools in California, and has been recognized 4 times as a National Blue Ribbon School, 8 times as a California Distinguished School, and one time as a Gold Ribbon School. Lowell has been consistently ranked #1 in the Western Region for the number of Advanced Placement Exams given.

In addition, Lowell offers 100 active clubs and service organizations and a comprehensive athletic program, with 32 teams playing 27 sports. Our elective program boasts the largest Visual and Performing Arts Department in the city and a World Language Department of eight languages. All students have equal access to all classes, as well as academic and personal support through its Wellness, Peer Resources and CSF Tutoring Programs.

The curriculum is sequential to ensure high academic achievement, aligned with common core curriculum standards, graduation requirements, and A-G subject requirements for CSU/UC Admissions. Our commitment at Lowell is to prepare students for their next step in life. We develop opportunities for all stakeholders to participate in a meaningful way. Lowell's PTSA and Alumni are a vital part in maintaining Lowell's excellence.

Lowell High School’s mission is to encourage the individuals who attend to contribute their skills, creativity, and intellect to benefit both themselves and the wider community of which they are a part.

Underlying Lowell’s philosophy of education is the resolve that the young people of San Francisco continue to enjoy their traditional option of attending a college preparatory public high school. The emphasis requires an instructional program that promotes sound intellectual and aesthetic values while providing opportunities for self- discipline and individual decision-making. Lowell endeavors to create a just and equitable society where individual responsibilities are clearly defined and personal rights guaranteed. It endorses the concept of an integrated school where cultural and social diversity enrich the lives of all students.

Lowell's Expected Schoolwide Learning Results (ESLRs)

• Build on acquired knowledge across the curriculum
• Master the academic and participatory skills necessary for success
• Explore real world connections to the curriculum

Creative and Critical Thinkers

• Apply higher-order thinking skills to address issues across the curriculum
• Develop models to aid in understanding complex problems
• Evaluate the validity and credibility of claims, data, and sources

Effective Communicators

• Listen actively, read analytically and critically, speak and write clearly and confidently
• Use digital, print, and artistic media proficiently and with integrity
• Interact with social media responsibly and constructively

Self-Directed Learners

• Establish priorities and use time efficiently
• Advocate for their educational experience and success
• Practice habits of positive mental, physical, and social health
• Act with honesty and integrity

Positive and Productive Citizens

• Contribute time, energy, and talent to improve the quality of life locally and globally
• Help promote an equitable and just society
• Engage respectfully and civilly with people of varying backgrounds and perspectives

After School Programs

Language programs.

• French World Language
• Hebrew World Language
• Italian World Language
• Japanese World Language
• Korean World Language
• Latin World Language
• Mandarin World Language
• Spanish World Language

Special Education Programs

• ACCESS - Adult Transition Services
• Resource Specialist Program Services
• Separate class - Mild/moderate
• Separate class - Mild/moderate with autism focus
• Separate class - Moderate/severe
• Separate class - Moderate/severe with autism focus

School Day Academic Enrichment

• Academic counseling
• Advanced Placement (AP) classes
• College classes at CCSF or SFSU
• Honors classes
• Internships available
• Project-based learning
• Student portfolios
• Tutoring in school

Arts Enrichment

• Architecture
• Performing arts
• Photography
• Theater tech
• Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA)
• Visual arts
• Cross country
• Spirit Squad
• Track and Field

Student Support Programs

• Health and wellness center
• On-site nurse
• Peer resources

Career Technical Education Academies

• Culinary Pathway

College Counseling

• 100% College Prep
• Cash for College or Financial Aid Night
• College and/or career counseling
• College and/or career fair
• College application workshops
• College tours and visits
• Personal statement workshops
• SFUSD Plan Ahead curriculum

Application Data

School accountability report card (sarc).

School Accountability Report Cards (SARCs) are required by state law and are intended to provide families with important information.

School Accountability Highlights

Published annually by SFUSD to provide access to key data points and three-year trends related to student achievement and school culture-climate. The highlights are available in English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Filipino, and Vietnamese.

Social-Emotional and Culture Climate Report

SFUSD annually surveys families and school staff on a range of school climate indicators that have been found to predict positive student academic achievement. The social-emotional learning of students in grades 4-12 is also assessed.

School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA)

School communities gather twice a year to review data and previous actions in order to intentionally plan for the coming months. The School Plan for Student Achievement is the template on which this review and stakeholder engagement process is codified.

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