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The Block Schedule

The Block Rotation

  • 6 class periods divided into 2 alternating days
  • A Days –Periods 1, 2, 3
  • B Days –Periods 4, 5, 6
  • Over 2 weeks, students attend five (5) A Days and five (5) B Days
  • Zero (0) Period meets every day for 55 minutes from 7:00am –7:55am

Two Weeks at PVHS

Regular Bell Schedule

7:00-7:55 Zero period  (55 minutes)
7:55-8:00 Passing  
8:00-9:54 1 or 4   (114 minutes)  
9:54-10:04 Passing (10 minutes)  
10:04-10:10 Nutrition    
10:10-12:15 2 or 5 (114 minutes plus 11 minutes for announcements)
12:15-12:46 Lunch    
12:46-12:56 Passing (10 minutes)  
12:56-2:50 3 or 6 (114 minutes)  

Block Schedule Advantages

Teacher Reported

  • In-depth and comprehensive coverage of curriculum
  • Time for differentiated instruction
  • Get to know students more personally

Student Reported

  • Learn and apply knowledge in class
  • Natural breaks between periods = increased focus during class
  • Time and stress management between A and B day classes
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