Coppell Middle School East Teacher of the Year Shelby Thompson is one of three teachers recognized as amazing educators in the National “Teach the Love Contest.”
These include meeting dates and application timelines for our choice elementary schools and high school, enrollment dates for Pre-kindergarten and Kindergarten students, transfer application windows and the Open Enrollment timeline.
The 21st century focus at Lakeside does not stop at the integration of meaningful soft skills. Lakeside learners are surrounded by instructional media that they use to communicate with the world around them, collaborate with peers, create multimedia presentations, and critically evaluate information from global sources. Lakeside learners and educators have access to an ample supply of current technology from a variety of platforms. Each homeroom has an interactive smart board and available computers for learners to use. Grade levels have access to netbooks, laptops, two computer labs, Macbooks, iPads, iPods, and participate in virtual learning experiences on a regular basis. Our learners are preparing for the world of tomorrow and mastering the tools of today.
4C's
Preparing Our Learners For Tomorrow
In today's world it is important that our learners not only be proficient in grade level subject matter, they must also be masterful in 21st century soft skills and technology.
Communication
Learners are able to communicate effectively across various platforms and modalities.
Collaboration
Learners are able to work effectively with different groups and for different purposes while demonstrating flexibility to achieve a common goal.
Critical Thinking
Learners are able to solve problems ranging in complexity by using strategies, analysis, and evaluation.
Creativity
Learners are able to work creatively with others, create using various mediums, and modify or improve upon original ideas.
PBL
For more information about Project Based Learning at Lakeside, please view this video.