Extended Learning Periods

2025-2026

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Current vs. Proposed Bell Schedule

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Key Points

• A/B Schedule with 81 minute periods, 4 minutes of passing time
• Two 30 minute lunches and flex periods in the middle of the day.
• Allows for 8 classes over two days. Teachers will teach five classes. Sixth period stipends are still possible.
• This schedule can accommodate shared staff between ABIS and MHS.
• Senior privilege for a shorter day (late arrival, early out) will remain.
• This schedule is compatible with our RVCC and Vo-Tech programs.
• Most schools in Somerset County use a form of extended learning periods.

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Why ELPs?

For Students

• Stress Reduction
• Deeper Understanding of Content
• More Time for Academic Support
• Practice with Time Management
• Similar to college scheduling.
• Stronger Student-Teacher Relationships

For Parents

• More Opportunity to Conference
• Family Time Increases
• Academic Support @ School

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For Instruction

• Implement Best Practices
• Infusion of Technology
• Dive Deeper into Content
• Account for Different Learning Styles
• Stronger Student-Teacher Relationships
• More time for labs, collaborative projects, in class writing.

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Example ELA lesson

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ELP Bell Schedule

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Sample Teacher ELP Schedule

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Sample Student ELP Schedule - 11th Grade

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Professional Development

Robust professional development is key to the

success of ELPs.

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✅Form teacher committees

✅ Review possible schedules

✅ Conduct four site visits (Montgomery, Lawrence, Somerville, Plainfield)

✅ Debrief, Discuss and Revise

✅Meet with students and collect data (grades 9-11).

✅Peer meetings with departments and subject area teachers from other districts (January 28 PD Day).

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Student Feedback

Do you agree with the proposed move to extended learning periods?

Do you still need further clarification about Extended Learning Periods and how they work?

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PD Planning for 2025 and Beyond

• Department and Staff Meetings focused on planning strategies for ELPs
• Team of teachers and supervisors attending “Train the Trainer” sessions in March.
• Team of teachers attending “Teaching in the Block” PD in April.
• Content area PD in April (Math, ELA, ESL, Special Education, etc.)
• One release day in May/June for departmental discussion and planning
• August 29 PD day dedicated to planning and preparing for ELPs
• October 13 PD for discussion, reflection and planning for ELPs.
• As needs arise; PD and support will be planned and provided.

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Parent Information Night will be held in April

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