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Teaching and Learning

The Department of Teaching and Learning at BGCS exists to empower every student and educator through thoughtful curriculum oversight, rigorous state testing coordination, and targeted professional learning. By aligning instruction with Ohio's Learning Standards and fostering continuous improvement practices, this department helps ensure equitable academic opportunities across the district. Core responsibilities include administration of the Ohio State Tests, curriculum implementation, professional development and instructional support, and data-driven planning and continuous improvement.  
 

Course Planning

BGCS Secondary Course Offerings

Graduation Information

Ohio's State Learning Standards and Testing 

Ohio Department of Education: Learning in Ohio
Ohio Department of Education: State Tests
Ohio Department of Education: Students and Families

Ohio Seal of Biliteracy

An Ohio Seal of Biliteracy recognizes graduating seniors who can demonstrate high levels of proficiency in English and at least one other language. Bowling Green High School students earn this award by accomplishing state-established criteria. A Seal of Biliteracy statement is added to a student's transcript at the time of graduation. Students are eligible to test for the Seal of Biliteracy beginning their junior year of high school. 

Literacy Achievement

The Science of Reading
Third Grade Reading Guarantee
Ohio's Dyslexia Guidebook
Ohio’s Plan to Raise Literacy Achievement

Title I: Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged
School-Parent Compact
School Wide Title I

Title III: Language Instruction for English Learners and Immigrant Students
English Learners in Ohio
English Learners Handbook
ODE Instructional Guide for English Learners

 

Contact Us

Headshot of Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Rachel Newell

Rachel Newell
Executive Director of
Teaching & Learning
419-354-0800 x4020
rnewell@bgcs.k12.oh.us

Katie Perkins

Katie Perkins
Curriculum Coordinator
419-354-0200 x4022
kperkins@bgcs.k12.oh.us

Karen Nesbitt
Curriculum Secretary
419-354-0800 x4021
knesbitt@bgcs.k12.oh.us