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Welcome to Aqua Cluster!

 

Aqua Cluster is a two-year loop program for Grades 6-7.  We are currently in the 7th Grade year of our 6th loop. 

At the heart of the Aqua Cluster philosophy is the belief that each student is unique in his/her physical, social, and academic  development.  The cluster tries to provide the opportunity for students to learn from and with others during their two year experience in Aqua.  It fosters an environment where differing opinions are listened to and respected.  Self-respect and respect for others are key characteristics of the program.  Aqua teachers are facilitators of learning; they are model learners, who guide students in their exploration and share their enthusiasm for learning.

Characteristics of Aqua Cluster

  • Integrated Curriculum
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Student/Teacher Partnerships
  • Collaborative Problem Solving
  • Reflective Learning
  • Community Service
  • Prime Time (Internal Advisory Program)
  • Focus on Multiple Intelligences
  • Teacher as Facilitator and Model Learner
 

 

 

The teachers in the Aqua Cluster are:

Mr. McFarland-Science

mcfarlandp@bpsmail.org

Mrs. Oswald-Math

oswaldc@bpsmail.org

Mrs. Roberts-Social Studies

robertsm@bpsmail.org

 

All three teachers are responsible for the teaching of Language Arts, Reading (in Grade 6) and Skills (in Grade 7)