“Big Picture” Community Forums Hosted by SLPS
District offers new choices for K-12 students

Learn about St. Louis Public Schools’ newest initiative – one that offers innovative options to students. Meet the principals of the elementary, middle, and high schools. Hear representatives from The Big Picture Company explain how they will support SLPS staff. The new schools offer a new choice - an innovative option - for students who don’t perform to their potential in a traditional school setting.

Applications currently are being accepted for all Big Picture Schools. Find out what Big Picture has to offer to inspire lifelong learners and the philosophy on “educating one student at a time.”

Dates, Times, and Locations for Big Picture Community Forums:

Tuesday, July 10: Mullanphy Elementary Cafeteria – 5:30 to 6:30 PM
4221 Shaw Lane ( 63110)

Wednesday, July 11: Carpenter Branch Library - 5:30 to 6:30 PM
 3309 S. Grand Street (63118)

Thursday, July 12: Clyde C. Miller High School - 5:30 to 6:30 PM
1000 N. Grand (63106)

Details:
Big Picture schools are designed for students who have demonstrated a need for individualized curriculum and smaller school settings. For those students who repeatedly exhibit disruptive behavior in the classroom, instructional methods are used to help refocus student on academics and creative projects. This, in turn, leads to positive behavior, increased student achievement, and greater confidence among youngsters.

Students have opportunities for internships, job shadows, and field experiences. At each grade level, children explore their personal interests and skills in an innovative project-based learning environment. St. Louis’ three Big Picture schools are among 39 model schools in the nation that embrace the philosophy of educating one student at a time.

Fast facts about Big Picture schools across the country:

99% of Big Picture school graduates are accepted into college
Attendance rates average 94%
Dropout rate averages 2%
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 students to 1 teacher

St. Louis Public Schools’ Big Picture Schools:

Des Peres Elementary, 450 Des Peres Ave. - Principal: Bonita Jamison
Turner Middle School, 2615 N. Billups Ave. - Principal: Sean Nichols
Kottmeyer High School, 1530 S. Grand Blvd. - Principal: Kacy Seals

SLPS Administrator of Big Picture schools:
- Dr. Tom Stephens, Executive Director of Innovative Pathways Program

Additional Support from SLPS Leadership Development: Sheila Smith-Anderson

Web Resources:

www.stlouisbigpicture.org
www.bigpicture.org