Page Content Dorothy J. Vaughan Academy of Technology is a computer
science magnet school. DJV is committed to integrating coding into its
curriculum while also developing the characteristics of our namesake
within our students: innovators, problem-solvers, and critical
thinkers. Our curriculum includes a variety of opportunities that
empower students to be leaders who think critically and
persevere through challenges. In building a strong commitment
toward excellence, students will engage in a curriculum with
high standards and expectations.
LITERACY The teachers at Dorothy J. Vaughan Academy of Technology
are dedicated to developing lifelong readers and writers through a
balanced literacy approach. All teachers in grades K-5 teach through the EL Curriculum, which was adopted by CMS in 2019. This rigorous curriculum ensures equity across all schools, with students being exposed to rich text on a variety of relevant and thought-provoking topics. Our
curriculum allows teachers to use performance assessments and
progressions to personalize learning paths with literacy-rich
content area instruction. To read more about the EL Curriculum, use the provided link. EL Curriculum
MATHContinuing in the 2021-2022 school year, all CMS schools will use EnVision Math 2.0, a comprehensive math program that
provides focus, consistency, and rigor of the Common Core
State Standards. This program empowers students by
helping them identify relationships, ask questions, and try
different approaches to solve problems. Students will engage in
learning experiences that help deepen their ability to think
mathematically. At Dorothy J. Vaughan Academy of Technology,
our teachers will personalize math instruction with tiered
activities, learning centers, and technology to support learning
styles and readiness. EnVision Math 2.0 allows teachers to use
flexible grouping, connected topics, and lessons to provide
students with authentic learning experiences. To read more about the EnVision curriculum, use the provided link. Envision Math Curriculum
SOCIAL STUDIES DJV teachers will use a Social Studies
curriculum that was
customized and developed by CMS teachers. The curriculum integrates literacy into
Social Studies content across all levels. It also uses a variety of
grade level standards to establish a foundation of historical
knowledge, skills, and values with both our local and global
communities.
SCIENCE
At Dorothy J. Vaughan Academy of Technology, students will
engage in science using inquiry based learning and hands-on
experiences with interactive science kits. Teachers use science content based literature, aligned
to standards to help students learn to read and write. Students
will also be challenged with formative assessments to help
improve academic vocabulary. COMPUTER SCIENCE-
Dorothy J. Vaughan Academy of Technology is the first full
computer science focused magnet school in CMS. Through coding, students will begin to cultivate their skills in sequencing, critical thinking, problem solving, logical thinking, and cause and effect. These skills will help build a foundation for students to meet the growing demand for jobs of the future. At DJV, we
offer a one-to-one technology ratio so every child has access and
opportunities to learn computer programming.
We are in partnership with thedotconsulting.co led by Dr. Jones. Dr. Sharon Jones, Ed.D is the founder and CEO of the dot. Consulting and the non-profit Dottie Rose Foundation, where she leads and implements technology-focused education and innovation. Dr. Jones has found her passion in education and has served as a computer science expert for the past 20 years, bridging the gap between our everyday actions and the application of technology.Dorothy J Vaughan also brings real-life experiences and career opportunities through the program "Raising Smart Girls". This program provides our fifth grade girls exposure to women immersed in computer science careers through hands-on experiments, panel discussions, and computer science projects.
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