3DE at Parkview

Dear Parent/Guardian,

You are receiving this correspondence because your scholar has been invited to participate in our exclusive 3DE instructional model at Parkview High School beginning in the 2024-2025 school year. I am thrilled to share an incredible opportunity that could be a life-changing experience for them: joining 3DE at Parkview.

3DE is not just an educational model; it's a transformative approach aimed at reengineering the traditional high school experience that many of us grew up with. Our primary focus is to intentionally prepare our scholars for life beyond high school by cultivating and strengthening various crucial skills such as public speaking, self-confidence, problem-solving, and networking skills. We do this by providing real-world experiences and opportunities for students to interact face to face with business professionals.

In 3DE at Parkview, students are scheduled in a 3DE Marketing course alongside integrated 3DE core academic classes. In 9th and 10th grade, our 3DE students participate in real world case challenges to create and present solutions for business professionals. The case cycle is integrated within their core academic classes through interdisciplinary links and core competency development. 11th grade students will participate in a Year Long Project where they learn entrepreneurship and ultimately make money by starting their own small business. The experience is capped off in 12th grade as students participate in a year-long business consultancy.

Within each 3DE class, students will work to master six core competencies. These competencies—effective collaboration, engaging communication, self-direction, cultural agility, creativity & innovation, and critical & analytical thinking—are embedded in every aspect of our curriculum.

According to recent impact data, in addition to developing these core competencies and life skills, our 3DE students have outperformed their peers in multiple categories. Our cohort of students consistently displays higher daily attendance, fewer cases of chronic absenteeism, fewer discipline suspensions, and higher graduation rates compared to the general school population. At the end of the 3DE journey 96% 3DE seniors express seeing the relevance of school and 91% express feeling a sense of belonging at school.

We are excited about the potential that 3DE holds for your scholar and look forward to their participation in this exceptional educational opportunity.

If you have any questions or would like further information about the program, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Warm regards,

Dustin Kline

3DE Lead Teacher

Dustin.Kline@gcpsk12.org

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AT 3DE SCHOOLS, LEARNING IS AS DYNAMIC AS OUR STUDENTS

3DE’s multifaceted approach to learning uses case methodology to integrate real-world connectivity into the standard high school experience. This universally effective approach to learning is the anchor for interdisciplinary pedagogy, relevant connectivity, and authentic project-based application that is delivered in every 3DE school. The result is a high school experience that reflects the dynamic pace of activity and interconnectedness of life beyond the classroom walls.

3DE’s dedicated teachers set high expectations and foster a strong sense of community among their students. Year-over-year, the curriculum layers in defined competencies to continually build students’ skills and mindset as they advance from facilitated learning to self-directed. By the end of their four-year high school career, students graduate with the knowledge, skills and confidence to thrive in post-secondary and beyond.

Learning where rigor meets the real-world

• Students participate in an authentic project-based application that is integrated across all core classes.
• Students consistently engage with a variety of industries, professionals, and careers.
• Students develop valuable competencies to navigate a high-growth career.
• Students identify career interests that fit their aptitude, interests, and aspirations.
• Students gather information and support to navigate the post-secondary admissions & financial aid process.
• Students gain exclusive access to 3DE designated scholarships.