What does it mean to "Make Learning Real?"

Meaningful learning is learning that makes a difference — in one's mind and in one's life. This type of learning is what we want our students to achieve.

Meaningful Learning is:

• Active
• Constructive
• Intentional
• Authentic
• Cooperative

Students are more likely to be actively engaged in their education when a purpose is clearly defined and the results are tangible and meaningful.

Please follow this link for the North Central Regional Educational Laboratory's definition of
meaningful learning: http://www.ncrel.org/sdrs/engaged.htm

At Ledyard, learning focuses on students' strengths & interests and provides highly motivating & relevant learning opportunities based on an integrated academic core, supplemented with service learning & internships in the community.
 

Ledyard Charter School Makes Learning Real "Tell me and I will forget. Show me and I may remember. Involve me and I will understand." Ancient Chinese Proverb

Excerpts from the Senior Speech delivered at graduation by Ashley Ferrer, Class of 2010, currently a sophomore at the New England Culinary Institute in Montpelier, VT. "Being in this school has been a blessing. Being able to learn the way I want to and really need to is a miracle. The past year and a half at LCS have been full of amazing experiences and unexpected opportunities. This charter school has helped me see school in a new way and has encouraged me to find a college that fits my unique learning style."