Welcome

Bartow Elementary School's Mathematics, Technology, and Design (MTD) Academy is a program that provides a rich, interactive environment for students that relates their daily lives to their hands-on learning experiences. Monthly theme-based projects are integrated with the Georgia Performance Standards and the MTD curriculum that drives the focus of the academy. Design technology is weaved throughout the areas of mathematics, science, and technology in every classroom. Students have the opportunity to explore aspects of fashion, interior design, architecture, landscaping, and other areas of design. Various artistic mediums are provided to aid students as they plan, create, and construct. Real world math solutions provide opportunities for decision making and inquiry learning experiences.

Through cooperative learning groups, students select materials, strategize, and develop works based on specific criteria. Critical thinking and problem solving are promoted and required to make artifacts that exemplify the curriculum components.

Each student in the MTD Academy brings their own unique styles and interests to this one-of-a-kind program to enhance the rich curriculum that only Bartow Elementary School can offer.

Math, Technology, & Design Academy Criteria

All applicants for the Math, Technology, and Design Academy must adhere to the following requirements for program entrance and retention:

Application requirements for all applicants

1Extensive interest in Mathematics concepts

1Extensive interest in Technology and Design concepts with knowledge of computer usage and application

Grade K applicants

            1Lottery Only

Grade 1 applicants

            1BLT and Conduct of S or higher

Grade 2 applicants

            1BLT, Conduct of S or higher, and GPA 80 and above

Grade 3 applicants

            1SRI, Conduct of S or higher, and GPA 80 and above

Grade 4 applicants

1 850 or higher on CRCT in Math and Reading, Conduct of S or higher, and GPA 80 and above

Grade 5 applicants

1  850 or higher on CRCT in Math and Reading, Conduct of S or higher, and GPA 80 and above

Continuous Program Participation Requirements

            1Any Level II discipline incidents shall prompt a review for removal from the program.

1Any Level II discipline incidents or violation of academic integrity agreement student shall be removed from the program.

1Probation for one making period to one semester will result if the student falls below requirements of the Admission/Continuation Agreement.

Additional information for students accepted into the program can be found on the SCCPSS website: www.sccpss.com