Our curriculum is research-based, well justified, and clearly defined.
It is derived from the question: What does a high school graduate need to know and be able to do to thrive in college, the workplace, and life in the decades ahead?
At SFT we should have a good answer whenever a student asks the ever popular question, “Why do we need to learn/do this?” If we ever don’t have a compelling answer to that question, then it’s time to re-examine that aspect of our curriculum.
“I can’t imagine a better learning environment for our son than School for Tomorrow. [SFT] recognizes each student as an individual with their own unique talents and gifts, allowing them to learn in a cooperative environment.”
—Jane, SFT parent
Some Underlying Principles
Beyond the traditional curriculum established in the paper-and-pencil era, new technologies change what students should learn (i.e., there are new skills and ideas necessary for success in the Digital Age) and what they can learn (i.e., there are concepts and topics now accessible to students via new technologies that previously weren’t).
In today’s world learning how learn — and becoming a masterful lifelong independent learner — is more important than learning/memorizing more and more information/facts.
Rather than the traditional overwhelming focus on left-brain abilities, it’s now vital to place more focus on developing right-brain (artistic, holistic, high concept, high touch) abilities.
Success in the future will not depend so much on the amount one knows but rather on one’s ability to think and act creatively and adapt to change.
“The school is innovative. Let me tell you how radical they are: Kids get to eat when they are hungry, and drink water when they are thirsty. Kids move when they need to move, and sit when they need to sit. This is radically humane. And, it creates an atmosphere where learning can happen.”
—Robbin, SFT parent
Some Key Curricular Areas
Problem Solving
Reading with Comprehension
Critical Thinking & Logic
Research & Writing
Oral & Multimedia Communication
Mathematics & Quantitative Reasoning
Science, History, Geography
Language Arts, Comparative Religion
Civics, Current Events
Drama, Fine Arts, Music
Emotional Intelligence
Character & Ethics
Collaboration & Conflict Resolution
Health/Wellness & Mind-Body Work
“The teachers understand my son and work with him to focus on academic growth as well as personal growth. The school treats him as someone with great potential. As a result, I’ve watched his self-confidence blossom.”
21st Century Curriculum
Our curriculum is research-based, well justified, and clearly defined.
It is derived from the question: What does a high school graduate need to know and be able to do to thrive in college, the workplace, and life in the decades ahead?
At SFT we should have a good answer whenever a student asks the ever popular question, “Why do we need to learn/do this?” If we ever don’t have a compelling answer to that question, then it’s time to re-examine that aspect of our curriculum.
“I can’t imagine a better learning environment for our son than School for Tomorrow. [SFT] recognizes each student as an individual with their own unique talents and gifts, allowing them to learn in a cooperative environment.”
—Jane, SFT parent
Some Underlying Principles
“The school is innovative. Let me tell you how radical they are: Kids get to eat when they are hungry, and drink water when they are thirsty. Kids move when they need to move, and sit when they need to sit. This is radically humane. And, it creates an atmosphere where learning can happen.”
—Robbin, SFT parent
Some Key Curricular Areas
“The teachers understand my son and work with him to focus on academic growth as well as personal growth. The school treats him as someone with great potential. As a result, I’ve watched his self-confidence blossom.”
—Linda, SFT parent
Some Useful Resources