The Methodist Children’s Home School helps students
achieve their academic goals. Most schools have some form of computer-based
classrooms for students that are in need of credit recovery. MCH uses the OdysseyWare
computer-based program that offers curriculum for electives and core classes.
“Our district chose OdysseyWare because of the numerous
electives that are offered and because it seemed to fit with the Texas
curriculum better,” said Michelle Arocha, assistant principal.
Some of the courses offered are Business, Health Services,
Criminal Justice, Math, Science, Social Studies and English. The program is
self-paced so the students are able to work through their lessons and gain
credit at a faster rate. Students are given incentives to stay on task and meet
curriculum deadlines for the program.
“Joyce Shannon, facilitator and Bridgett Johnson, youth care
counselor, have created an environment in the OdysseyWare classroom that
fosters responsibility and rewards persistence,” added Arocha. “Bridgett and
Joyce go out of their way to help students find success and a sense of
accomplishment. Their students earn a star for each course they complete.
Students have completed so many courses so far this year they are hanging stars
from the ceiling.”
Shannon and Johnson bring 31 years of combined service to
MCH having worked directly with our students, both in the school and in the
students’ homes on the Waco campus.
Shannon said, “I love being part of the students’ day and
helping them prepare for life and seeing them gain confidence in themselves.
The student is responsible for their decisions and the results of the effort
they put into it, and that is exciting.”
“I love how I have opportunities to talk with students about
their education and the blessing of a second chance,” added Johnson. “Our
classroom motto is ‘Reach beyond the sky, reach for the stars, to infinity and
beyond.’ We want our students to know that the sky is not the limit but go
beyond the sky and grab a star.”
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