GRADE 9 PBL

(Template for Letter to Parents)

Dear Parent or Guardian:

I am writing to tell you about an exciting project we are about to do in our class.

As you might know, in our school we use the teaching method of Project Based Learning, or PBL, to help students learn better. A project motivates students to gain knowledge, and they remember it longer. Projects give students the chance to apply the skills they learn in school to personally relevant and real-world situations. Your child also learns skills in PBL such as how to think critically, solve problems, work in teams, and make presentations. These skills will help students succeed in the future, both in school and in today’s work world.

Our project is called [name of project] and it will last about [duration]. Students will learn about [content, topics, standards information]. The project’s Driving Question, which focuses our work, is [Driving Question]. Students will be involved in [researching on the Internet, interviewing community members, preparing an oral presentation, creating a video, etc.]. Your child will work in a team, guided by me. We will be working with [other teachers, schools, organizations, experts, etc.]. We will be going outside the classroom to [do field work at ____, meet with ___, etc.].

At the end of the project students will make presentations to [audience]. This presentation will take place in [location] and is scheduled for [date] at [time].We hope you will be able to attend. 

Students will be assessed individually on their content knowledge, their collaboration skills, and their presentation skills. I have attached the rubrics we will use to guide the creation of [product] and assess students’ work. You may find these helpful in understanding what we are asking students to do, and supporting your child during the project. As parents or guardians, you can discuss the project at home, encouraging your child to think hard and ask questions about the topic. You can also support the project by [helping in the classroom, taking students on field work, providing expertise and resources, etc.].

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about the project!

Sincerely,
[Name of Teacher]
[Contact Information]