Academic Overview – PS116KLMA

Leadership Through Multimedia and the Arts Magnet School is committed to delivering instruction that aligns with our Mission Statement and Instructional Focus. We also strive to implement our Magnet theme into all areas of learning.

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Academics:

At LMA we ensure that all of our instruction aligns to the NYS Learning Standards, as well as District 32's instructional Expectations. We focus on creating a rigorous learning environment in every classroom. Our classroom teachers conduct lessons the following subject areas: Mathematics, English Language Arts (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening) Science, Social Studies and Social Emotional Learning. Additionally, our teachers carry out multiple Project Based Learning Units, which are a cross-curricular projects that focus on improving the community.

Cluster Programs: In addition to our in-classroom curriculum, the students work with one our cluster teachers throughout the week. The cluster programs that we provide are Physical Education, Music, Health and Science. Additionally, the Teaching Artist Residencies that we collaborate with through our Magnet Program provide hands on experiences in the areas of Leadership, Multimedia and the Arts from experts in these fields.

Support Services: It is important to us that every student at LMA is learning to the best of their abilities. Sometimes, this requires that students receive extra support services in order for them to reach their learning goals. Some of the services we offer are SETTS (Special Education Teacher Support Services), ENL (English as a New Language) Push-In & Pull-Out services, OT (Occupational Therapy), PT (Physical Therapy), Guidance and Counseling.

Mission

The mission of the PS 116K Dual Language Program is to cultivate, nourish and encourage our students to reach high levels of academic achievement and biliteracy in all content areas. The dual language program will facilitate this by providing a safe and engaging culturally responsive learning environment.

Program Benefits

Produce bi-literate students, with the ability to speak, read and write in English and Spanish
Instruction focused on cross-cultural awareness and high academic achievement
Classroom decisions are research based and best practices for second language learners are implemented
Students maintain their first language while acquiring a second language.
Greater opportunity to engage in a diverse community and workplace

For More Information: Please contact Ms. Ivelisse Garcia at IRosario@schools.nyc.gov

At PS116K we offer ICT classes and self-contained classes.

Our ICT classes have two teachers a special education and a general education teacher. The teachers work together to implement a diverse range of teaching styles to meet the academic needs of all students. Our ICT classes are made up of general eduction and special education students who benefit from small student to teacher ratios and small group instruction.

Our Self-Contained Special Education Program is a small class setting with no more than 12 students for 1 special education certified teacher. This classroom also has a paraprofessional who provides instructional support under the guidance of the teacher.

WIN Program

Our WIN Program is based on the Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) framework. The MTSS framework has four essential components: screening, progress monitoring, multi-level prevention system, and data-based decision making. This program focuses on every student’s specific phonics needs by providing tiered instruction.

HMH Into Reading/¡Arriba La Lectura!

HMH is the Reading program that LMA Magnet School follows. ¡Arriba La Lectura! is the Spanish version of the program. This version is used by our Dual Language classes. This curriculum is based on the concepts of The Science of Reading. The Science of Reading is an approach to teaching reading that is based on decades of research and evidence. This program offers a balanced approach to literacy instruction while supporting teachers in developing a culture of learning and growth. Into Reading/¡Arriba La Lectura! helps all learners believe in the power of "I can", while becoming lifelong learners.

Project Based Learning

Project-based learning (PBL) is a teaching method that encourages students to learn through real-world challenges and problems. Our teachers have partnered with Columbia University to write their unit plans using a backward design approach while ensuring that they are standards based. These projects incorporate our Magnet theme of Leadership through Multimedia and the Arts. Our Project Based Learning Units are hands-on, engaging and fun!

Amplify Science

At LMA Magnet School, Amplify Science is used from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. This bilingual program meets all of our students' learning needs. It is a highly engaging, phenomena-based program that integrates the latest practices in science teaching and learning, as well as interactive digital tools and hands-on activities, to teach students how to think, read, write, and argue like real scientists and engineers. Teachers often tie these Science concepts into our PBL units.

Passport to Social Studies

Passport to Social Studies is aligned to the NYS Social Studies Learning Standards. Students use rich content, themes and big ideas to learn history, geography, economics, civics, citizenship and government. They use these important skills to “think like historians.” Teachers often tie these Social Studies concepts into our PBL units.

Thinking Maps

Thinking Maps is a set of 8 visual patterns that correlate to specific cognitive processes. They are used across all grades and content areas to build the critical thinking, problem-solving, comprehension, and communication skills necessary for academic success in every domain.

Leadership through Multimedia and the Arts Magnet School provides access to instructional technology in every classroom. Technology allows students to interact and connect with the world. Access to technology allows students to develop 21st Century skills. These skills include the ability to research and retrieve information critical thinking, problem solving, collaborative communication, digital citizenship, media literacy, creativity and innovation.

Some of the technology that can be found throughout LMA is a chromebook or ipad for every student, technology forward curriculum such as I-Ready and a Promethean board in every classroom. The teachers at our school incorporate this technology throughout their day in all of their lessons.

Additionally, LMA has technology that is used in creating media. Our students are trained in how to use up-to-date cameras, video and podcasting equipment. The students also learn how to use our wide variety of Robotics materials. The students learn how to use Sphero Robots, Lego Education Robotics, Dash and Dot Robots and more! We are committed to regularly bringing state of the art technology to our school.