Translate Because the communications skills are interrelated and interdependent, they should be taught concurrently and reinforced continuously. Effective language instruction is balanced between the two receptive processes of listening and reading and the two expressive processes of speaking and writing. Students need to communicate—engage in purposeful discussions in order to make meaningful connections with what they are learning.
The language arts classroom provides a supportive environment for the students as they are encouraged to experiment and take risks with using language. Teachers deliver instruction appropriate for all learners, using a variety of resources, assessments, and technology.
Social Studies
Students have opportunities for enrichment through course electives and participation in programs such as Model U.N., Close-up, District Mock Trial, Valley Forge Program, Stock Market Game, Renaissance Festival, social science fairs, essay contests and map contests. Clayton County students achieve high placement in state competitions such as the Governor's Honor's Program.
Mathematics
Students need to see that mathematics is more than a collection of concepts and skills to be mastered; it includes methods of investigating, reasoning, and communicating. It includes the ability to set up problems with the appropriate operations, the knowledge of a variety of techniques to approach and work on problems, the understanding of the underlying mathematical features of a problem, the ability to work with others on problems, the preparation for open problem situations, and the belief in the utility and value of mathematics.
Believing that every student is capable of learning mathematics, opportunities are provided for all students to strive toward their maximum potential and to increase their confidence in themselves and in their own abilities. Teachers and parents work together in helping students to appreciate mathematics, to grow more proficient mathematically, and to realize that mathematical skills are stepping stones to success. Mathematics instruction must continue to grow to meet the changing demands of our society. Literacy in Mathematics requires understandings and habits of mind that enable citizens to make sense of our world, to think critically and independently, to recognize and weigh alternative explanations, and to deal reasonably with problems that involve numbers, patterns, and logical arguments.
ScienceWe promote literacy in science, mathematics, and technology in order to help people live interesting, responsible, and productive lives. Science literacy requires understandings and habits of mind that enable citizens to make sense of how the natural and designed world work, to think critically and independently, to recognize and weigh alternative explanations of events and design trade-offs, and to deal sensibly with problems that involve evidence, numbers, patterns, logical arguments and uncertainties.
Physical Education
The mission of Buffalo School District Career, Technical, and Agriculture Education program is to work collaboratively with business and community partners to provide opportunities for all students to develop technical, academic, and employability skills which prepare them to pursue their chosen career as productive citizens and lifelong learners.