Teaching & Learning

At the heart of South Summit School District is our commitment to outstanding teaching and meaningful learning. We have designed our curriculum and instructional approaches to challenge, engage, and inspire students at all levels.

Our Teaching & Learning Department oversees:

• Curriculum development and alignment with state standards
• Instructional resources and materials
• Assessment systems and data analysis
• Professional development for educators
• Innovative teaching strategies and technologies
• Intervention support for struggling students
• Enrichment opportunities for advanced learners

Curriculum

Parents can learn more about grade-level expectations, curriculum resources, and ways to support learning at home through our parent resource guides and regular curriculum nights.

Career & Technical Education (CTE)

Career and Technical Education (CTE) creates Pathways to lifelong career success for every secondary student by providing him or her with the technical skills and academic knowledge needed to prepare for future employment and/or a successful transition to postsecondary education.

​CTE provides students with technical training to prepare for a successful career. The structured training each student receives gives him or her the tools needed to be successful in a career after high school and/or further his or her postsecondary education, whether technical school, two- or four-year college. Each student is encouraged to explore various Areas of Study and to develop the essential skills to enter today’s competitive job market with confidence. Please visit the CTE website for all the program details.

English Language Learners

The primary focus of our English Language Learners program is to help non-native English speakers become literate in English communication through the following life-skills curricula:

• Speaking
• Reading
• Writing
• Listening

The program is also designed to assist individuals who live in a family or community environment where a language other than English is the dominant language.

Special Education Administration

We believe in the power of effective teaching to transform lives. Our educators use research-based practices to create learning experiences that are relevant, rigorous, and responsive to student needs.