This document summarizes a presentation given by Fusion Academy about establishing a new school location in West Los Angeles. It discusses the critical need for alternative education options in the area to serve students with learning differences or those not succeeding in traditional schools. Fusion Academy's one-to-one teaching model is outlined, including its 10 essential elements and emphasis on hope, engagement, and well-being. Test score results show Fusion students performing above average. The presentation concludes by welcoming questions and feedback on establishing a Fusion Academy school in West Los Angeles.

1. Welcome! December 7, 2009

2. Agenda Introductions History 10 Essential Elements The Anti-Cookie Cutter School Hope – Engagement – Well Being Why One-to-One Works Test Scores Why West Los Angeles Next Steps Feedback

3. Introductions Michelle Rose Gilman President and Founder of Fusion Academy Grace Colman Losada Director of Fusion Academy Los Angeles American Education Group Peter Ruppert - CEO Jeff Poole – Senior Vice President Mike VanDinther – Director of New Business

5. Why Is Fusion Here? 9-12% of students in West LA have an IEP – often inadequate Dropout rates in West LA are as high as 7.9% annually. 30% over 4 years. School-wide average class size is at least 25.6+ Pupil to teacher ratio grows as students get older Elementary = 18.9+ Middle School = 22+ High School = 22.8+ Alternative = 21.4+ (Capistrano = 37!) Lack of appropriate education alternatives in the Los Angeles area

7. 59% of students in the 10th and 11th grades were considered proficient in English

8. 20% of students in the 10th and 11th grades were considered proficient in Algebra

9. 91% of students passed the CAHSEE

10. LA Unified School District (2008)

11. 28% of students in the 10th and 11th grades were considered proficient in English

12. 11% of students in the 10th and 11th grades were considered proficient in Algebra

14. Every Student is Different. So is Our School. Anti-Cookie Cutter

15. Anti-Cookie Cutter Ideal Students for One-to-One Model: Learning Differences Emotional or Social Difficulties Flexible Schedule Requirements Accelerated Learning Credit Deficient Transitioning Chronic Illness or Long-term Illness

16. Fusion Through The YearsA History In Pictures Since 1989…

17. The Early Years

18. Through the Years

19. Formal office space!

20. Growth Means Transitions

21. Hello, Fusion!!!!

22. Hello, Fusion!!!!

23. Hello, Fusion!!!!

24. Music Studio Expansion

25. Affecting Lives “It is the most important thing that our children are cared for and are given the help and love they need to succeed in life… thank you for that.” “Thank you so much for all you have done…” “Today was my first day in your center – I am very moved – I actually got emotional.” “You expanded my mind to many things.” “Thank you for making me feel special.”

26. Affecting Lives

27. Graduations

29. 10 Essential ElementsOf Successful One-to-One Learning

30. 10 Essential Elements Understand Each Child’s Unique Needs and Learning Styles Create an Individualized Plan Adaptability Mastery Learning Encourage Creative Expression Through Arts and Music

31. Take the “Home” Out of Homework and Put the Work Back in School Where it Belongs Continually Evaluate Student Goals Engage Parents in Student’s Learning Process Employ the Most Passionate, Dedicated, and Qualified Teachers, Specialists, and Staff Members Foster a Culture of Compassion 10 Essential Elements

32. Essential Element #1 Understand Each Child’s Unique Needs and Learning Styles Admissions Process Interview with Family Student tour and interview Communication with professionals

33. Essential Element #2 Create an Individualized Plan Flexible to the needs of the student Formal education plan Three tracks Basic Standard Honors

34. Essential Element #3 Adaptability Flexible school day Flexible school year No missed content when absent Flexible, Nimble & Responsive Constant program development to meet the needs of our students Partner with professionals to provide the best possible service

35. Essential Element #4 Mastery Learning (NCLB? The Fusion Solution) Minimum of 70% mastery of content Building strong foundations Filling in the holes of “swiss cheese learning”

36. Essential Element #5 Encourage Creative Expression Through Arts and Music Studio arts program Music Recording studio Fusion band Film Photography

37. Essential Element #6 Take the “Home” Out of Homework and Put the Work Back in School Where it Belongs Homework = stress for family Homework Café® Benefits = mastery and teacher review

38. Essential Element #7 Continually Evaluate Student Goals Written progress reports every three weeks Individual reassessment of commitment (IROC) Daily goal charting

39. Essential Element #8 Engage Parents in Student’s Learning Process Lead teacher relationship Daily written communication Open door policy

40. Essential Element #9 Employ the Most Passionate, Dedicated, and Qualified Teachers, Specialists, and Staff Members Mentoring approach Specialists on staff Fusion Specific Training

41. Essential Element #10 Foster a Culture of Compassion Lead by example Social acceptance School-wide gatherings Welcoming environment Learning happens when the student feels safe

42. Our Results Are Different Too HopeEngagementWell-Being Gallop Student Poll findings supported by a nationally representative sample of students, collected in April 2009

43. Hope – Engagement – Well-Being Hope The ideas and energy we have for the future. Drives attendance, credits earned, and GPA of high school students Predicts GPA and retention in college Scores are more robust predictors of college success than high school GPA or SAT and ACT scores Gallop Poll’s Hope Index: 50% of students are not hopeful about their future 17% feel discouraged about their future 33% are stuck or struggling

44. Hope – Engagement – Well-Being Engagement The involvement in and enthusiasm for school Distinguishes between high-performing and low-performing schools Gallop Poll’s Engagement Index: 50% are not engaged in school

45. Hope – Engagement – Well-Being Well-Being How we think about and experience our lives Tells us how our students are doing today Predicts their success in the future High school freshman with a high well-being score earn more credits with a higher GPA Gallop Poll’s Well-Being Index: Thriving = 63% Suffering = 1% Struggling = 36%

46. Personalized Learning: Education That Fits You

47. One-to-One Works! Student Survey

48. One-to-One Works Hope 100% of students report that Fusion helped them be more successful academically. 96% of students report that they plan on going to college.

49. One-to-One Works Engagement 100% of students report that they feel the education they get at Fusion is appropriate to their needs. 82% of students report that they feel engaged in a variety of ways to show knowledge.

50. One-to-One Works Well-Being 100% of students report that Fusion teachers listen to them and treat them with respect. 96% of students report that they feel more successful overall since coming to Fusion.

51. Real school.Real standards.Unreal Results.

52. CAT6 Test Scores

53. CAT6 Test Scores * All students scored above average on CAT6.

54. Colleges Recently Accepting Our Grads Arizona State University Art Institute of California Brown University California Polytechnic - Pomona California Polytechnic - San Luis Obispo College Excel CSU Channel Islands CSU Chico CSU Monterey Bay CSU Northridge CSU Sacramento CSU San Marcos Embry-Riddle Aeronautic University Emerson College Fashion Business Institute Humboldt State Marist College Marymount College Mesa College Mira Costa College Naropa University Northern Texas University Prescott College Rider University Saddleback College San Diego State University San Francisco State University Seton Hall St. Peter's College Syracuse Temple University Towson University of Arizona University of California - Santa Barbara University of Liverpool (United Kingdom) University of Oregon University of Southern California Whittier College

55. ExpectedSchool-wideLearning Results

56. ESLRs Resourceful Individuals Who Know how to seek out information Are able to advocate on their own behalf Participate in their own education and their lives Are able to manage their time and prioritize their responsibilities Are productive and creative problem solvers

57. ESLRs Compassionate and Tolerant Individuals Who Show respect for the thoughts and beliefs of others Are aware of their and others’ unique strengths and weaknesses Create work that has personal meaning

58. ESLRs Emotionally Secure Individuals Who Exhibit empathy toward others Understand the balance between systems and relationships Have high self-worth Communicate effectively

59. ESLRs Academic Achievers Who Strive to meet or exceed California state standards Demonstrate academic growth toward California state standards Will be exposed to California state standards through a variety of experience

60. Ann Aarons Fusion Parent and Educational Consultant Please Welcome Ann!

61. In Summary 10 Essential Elements The Anti-Cookie Cutter School Why One-to-One Works Test Scores Community and Parent Ambassadors

62. Experience the One-to-One Difference. Why West Los Angeles? Critical need; Lack of Programs with Our Model Educational Therapist and Consultants Guidance Most Accessible Area in LA for the Largest Number of Families Proximity to Original Fusion

63. Thank You! Questions and Feedback? www.FusionLosAngeles.com