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MITCH Charter School

ACADEMICS

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Standards

At MITCH, we use these standards to guide our teaching and help your child reach their full potential. Think of it as a roadmap that ensures consistent, high-quality learning for every student as follows:
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CCSS Academic Standards, Oregon Department of Education

The Common Core State Standards focus on skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication to ensure students are prepared for future success in school, work, and life.


Next Generation Science Standards

We use the Next Generation Science Standards to provide hands-on, inquiry-based science instruction that fosters curiosity and critical thinking.

MITCH Curricula

​At MITCH Charter School, our curriculum is designed to engage students with meaningful, hands-on learning experiences that build a strong foundation for academic and personal success. Below is an easy-to-understand overview of the programs we use to ensure every child thrives.
Core Knowledge Sequence 

​The Core Knowledge Sequence is a nationally recognized curriculum that transforms education into an adventure. Students explore topics like history, science, art, and music through a rich, organized approach that builds on what they’ve learned in previous grades. This curriculum is regularly updated to include diverse and inclusive content, fostering literacy and responsible citizenship.
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Collaborative Literacy (K-2)

Collaborative Literacy combines reading and writing instruction with Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) to help young learners grow academically and emotionally.
  • Promotes independent reading, writing, and critical thinking.
  • Includes authentic reading and writing experiences.
  • Emphasizes equity and meaningful assessments.


Literacy and Writing (3-5)
  • Mystery Writing: A creative, standards-aligned curriculum that develops writing skills through engaging, meaningful lessons.
  • Reading: Students practice fluency, comprehension, and critical thinking to prepare for advanced learning.


Heggerty Phonemic Awareness  

Early reading success starts with recognizing letters and sounds. The Heggerty curriculum provides daily practice with phonemic awareness, helping students build a strong foundation for decoding words and becoming confident readers.


Eureka Math

Math at MITCH goes beyond memorization—students learn to think critically, solve problems, and understand the "why" behind the numbers. Eureka Math builds knowledge through a story-like progression, making it one of the most effective math programs in the U.S.


Agriculture

Our unique Agriculture Curriculum focuses on Indigenous Seed Rematriation—the return of Indigenous seeds to their original communities. Students learn about sustainability, diversity, and culture through hands-on activities in our school garden and classroom.
  • Hands-On Learning: Gardening, composting, and cooking activities.
  • Community Partnerships: Collaborations with local organizations like Neighbors Nourishing Communities.
  • Field Trips: Visits to Our Table Cooperative, a biodynamic community-owned farm.


The Great Body Shop

Our health education program, The Great Body Shop, equips students with the knowledge and skills to make healthy choices.
  • Covers topics like nutrition, personal safety, substance abuse prevention, and environmental health.
  • Monthly materials are sent home for family discussions and activities.


Friendzy​ (Social-Emotional Learning)

Friendzy creates a school-wide culture of kindness, empathy, and emotional regulation. Students learn essential SEL skills, including:
  • Emotional regulation.
  • Building healthy relationships.
  • Fostering a safe and inclusive school environment.


Tribal History / Shared History

​​MITCH integrates Oregon’s Tribal History Essential Understandings into the curriculum, helping students learn about the history, culture, and resilience of Oregon’s nine federally recognized Tribal Nations. These lessons are also incorporated into our Agriculture Program, connecting past and present.
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Assessments

MITCH uses multiple assessments to monitor student growth and achievement:

NWEA Measures of Academic Progress
- Tracks growth and proficiency over time

Smarter Balanced Assessment
- Measures student progress in math and literacy

Acadience (formerly DIBELS) Reading Assessment
- Evaluates early literacy skills​

MITCH Charter School prohibits discrimination and harassment on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual’s perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans’ status, or because of the perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status or veterans’ status of any other persons with whom the individual associates. ​ 


ADDRESS

19550 SW 90th Ct. 
Tualatin, Oregon 97062

Hours

M-F: 7:30am - 2:30pm

Telephone

503-639-5757

Email

schooloffice @mitchcharterschool.org
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