Students attending Self Development Charter Schools (SDCS) have a unique opportunity to attain important educational goals through the Six in Four (SIF) program.
SIF is an option for high achieving students in fifth through eighth grades. Students must excel in all academic areas. To enroll in SIF, students begin their program in fifth grade, during the 2012– 2013 school year.
In today’s world, it is critical for students preparing for careers in science, technology, engineering and math to receive early exposure to the core coursework.
Participating in the SIF program allows those students who are ready to complete necessary math and science classes early. For example, students will complete Algebra II in the eighth grade. Taking courses earlier gives students the option to undertake the challenge of accelerating a high school program and accomplishing six years of schooling in four years.
Science is another focus of the SIF program. In this program, students will have the opportunity to complete chemistry during their eighth-grade year. SDCS offers this program in our newly built Science Technology Center.
The middle school program also incorporates our blended language learning program, working with an elite college. This program gives our students the opportunity to learn Latin, Spanish or Mandarin. Students have the opportunity to participate in and receive high school foreign language credit when they have reached that point.
Although SDCS presently offers an accelerated program, in which all students learn at one grade level higher, the SIF program provides an additional academic and intellectual track.
Eligible students, who complete the SIF program, are allowed to begin college coursework early. In addition, completion may lead to scholarships for academic competency. Therefore, these students will complete two years of college at a faster rate when compared with the pathway typical of middle and high school students. The students benefit from the early exposure to entry-level college classes.
Parent Rebecca Gau enthusiastically supports the program, with both of her sons attending SDCS. She is a proponent of the SIF program. “I am thrilled that SDCS offers the Six in the Four years [program],” she said. “My son is in Algebra 1, while in the sixth grade, and has completed a year’s worth of Mandarin. He is excited to do his homework, and still has time for sports and other after school activities,” Rebecca continued. “I am confident he is getting the best education possible.”
“The program is amazing,” stated Max, an SIF student. “I am overjoyed at the fact I can earn college credits in high school.”
Consider the SIF program for your student. Space is limited for the 2012-2013 school year.
For more information, please contact Jennifer Salvatori at (480) 641-2640. You also can visit our Web site for more information regarding the SIF program and other highly rated programs at SDCS.