Quarterly Character Strengths

Each quarter, Feaster Charter School students learn more about two new character strengths. Throughout the quarter, teachers work to recognize these character strengths in the students and help them see these strengths within themselves and other learners:

Quarter One

Social Intelligence:  I can find solutions during conflict, I show that I care about others’ feelings. I adapt to social situations

Emotional Self Control: I am flexible and resilient, I allow others to speak without interruptions

I am polite, I am able to remain calm and work to resolve a conflict peacefully

Quarter Two

Curiosity: I am eager to explore new things, I ask questions, I take an active interest in learning 

Self Control (School Work): I follow directions, I come to class prepared, I pay attention and resist distractions, I am focused on my work, I complete my work to the best of my ability 

Quarter Three

Zest: I actively participate, I show enthusiasm, I approach new situations with excitement and energy

Gratitude: I notice when others help, I show appreciation for the good things in my life, I do nice things to thank others, I say “thank you”

Quarter Four

Grit: I try hard even after experiencing failure, I keep working hard even when I feel like quitting, I follow through on my commitments, I stick with a project and finish it to the best of my ability, I stay committed to my goals

Optimism: I believe my effort will improve my future, I believe that I can improve with practice,
I stay motivated even when things don’t go my way

AVID - Advancement Via Individual Determination 

"Regardless of their life circumstances, AVID students overcome obstacles and achieve success. They graduate and attend college at higher rates, but more importantly, they can think critically, collaborate, and set high expectations to confidently conquer the challenges that await them.

In 47 states across the U.S., K–16 educators are driving student success through engaging, rigorous, and student-centered learning environments. Explore how AVID can help your school achieve its strategic goals."

-AVID

AVID is being offered to all students in grades 5-8 at Feaster Charter. By providing time to develop leadership skills, reflect on learning, master communication, and articulation skills, and complete inquiry-based projects, our students at Feaster Charter are developing the soft skills that are needed to be successful in post-secondary school and any future careers. For more information on AVID and how the program works, please visit their website: AVID - Advancement Via Individual Determination.

Dual Immersion 

What is Dual Immersion?

• A two-way Bilingual program where students learn Spanish and English 
• The program ideally begins with the student in kindergarten and continues progressively until the student is promoted from the program
• The program is designed based on the needs of each learner 
• Ideally requires an even blend of English dominant students and Spanish dominant students in order to support a collaborative learning environment 

What Does Dual Immersion Look Like at Feaster Charter?

• TK, K-5th Grade Dual Immersion Program
• K-3rd Grade students receive part of their instruction in Spanish & half their instruction in English
• 4th - 5th  Grade students receive an average of 80 minutes of instruction per day in Spanish Language  Arts, which includes Spanish during select Mindlabs classes. 
• All 3rd - 5th grade DI students have the opportunity to take an additional 45-minute Elective Class 4 days a week. 

What Are the Goals of Dual Immersion?

• Students will be proficient in both Spanish and English
• Students will commit to 7 years in the Dual Immersion Program in order to maximize achievement goals
• Students will demonstrate positive cross-cultural attitudes and behaviors  

Mindlabs Teachers 

Trimester Schedule

Grade Level Mindlabs Schedule 

Mindlabs After School Clubs 

Clubs will run from 3:15-3:45 pm on the days below. Students need to be picked up at the front of the school by 3:45 pm or they may be dropped from the club. Please note that any student who is participating in this year's theater production will have a rehearsal schedule provided by our VAPA team! Our athletics team will also have after-school commitments that will be communicated by our coaches and PE teachers!