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PACT Charter Schools

Students of Character and Academic Excellence

Curriculum & Instruction

Curriculum and Instruction

At PACT, we believe every student deserves an education that inspires growth and prepares them for what’s next. Through an ongoing curriculum review process—strengthened by community partnership—we continuously refine our programs to ensure excellence, relevance, and opportunity for every learner.

 

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Elementary Curriculum

  • Literacy: Heggerty Bridge to Reading & Houghton Mifflin Into Reading

    Math: Math Expressions

    Social Studies: Scholastic News

    Science: FOSS

    Character: Character Strong

  • Literacy: Heggerty Bridge to Reading, Heggerty Bridge to Writing & Houghton Mifflin Into Reading

    Math: Math Expressions

    Social Studies: Into Social Studies & Scholastic News

    Science: FOSS

    Character: Character Strong

     

  • Literacy: Heggerty Bridge to Reading, Heggerty Bridge to Writing & Houghton Mifflin Into Reading

    Math: Math Expressions

    Social Studies: Into Social Studies

    Science: FOSS

    Character: Character Strong

  • Literacy: Heggerty Bridge to Writing & Houghton Mifflin Into Reading

    Math: Math Expressions

    Social Studies: Into Social Studies

    Science: FOSS

    Character: Character Strong

  • Literacy: Houghton Mifflin Into Reading

    Math: Math Expressions

    Social Studies: Locally Developed

    Science: FOSS

    Character: Character Strong

  • Literacy: Houghton Mifflin Into Reading

    Math: Math Expressions

    Social Studies: Into Social Studies

    Science: FOSS

    Character: Character Strong

Secondary Curriculum

  • Literacy: Common Lit 360

    Math: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Math Expressions

    Social Studies: MN Historical Society Northern Lights

    Science: FOSS

    Character: Character Strong

     

  • Literacy: Common Lit 360

    Pre-Algebra: College Preparatory Mathematics Pre-Algebra

    US Studies: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt United States History 

    Life Science: McGraw-Hill Inspire Science Life Science 

    Character: Character Strong

     

  • Literacy: Common Lit

    Algebra 1: College Preparatory Mathematics Algebra 

    Global Studies: McGraw-Hill World Geography

    Physical Science: McGraw-Hill Inspire Science Physical Science

    Health: McGraw-Hill Glencoe Health 

    Character: Character Strong

  • Language Arts

    • Language 9 - Common Lit 360
    • Language Arts 10 - Common Lit 360
    • Creative Writing - Locally Developed
    • Young Adult Lit - Locally Developed
    • Public Speaking - Locally Developed
    • Practical Writing - Locally Developed

    Mathematics

    • Intermediate Algebra - College Preparatory Mathematics Intermediate Algebra
    • Geometry - College Preparatory Mathematics Geometry
    • Algebra 2 - College Preparatory Mathematics Algebra 2
    • Precalculus - College Preparatory Mathematics Precalculus
    • CIS Statistics - Zieffler & Catalysts for Change: Statistical Thinking

    Social Studies

    • US History - McGraw-Hill American Vision 
    • Geography - TCI Geography Alive
    • World History - Holt World History: Human Legacy
    • CIS World History - McGraw-Hill Traditions & Encounters
    • Economics - TCI Econ Alive 
    • Government - Holt McDougal US Government 
    • Psychology - BFW Myer Psychology for the AP Course
    • CIS Criminal Justice- McGraw-Hill Bohm 
    • Personal Finance - Dave Ramsey Foundations of Personal Finance

    Science

    • Earth Science - McGraw-Hill Inspire Science Earth Science
    • Chemistry - McGraw Hill Inspire Science Chemistry
    • Biology - McGraw-Hill Inspire Science Biology
    • CIS Biology - McGraw-Hill Inspire Science Biology & Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections
    • Astronomy - McGraw-Hill Explorations
    • Physics - McGraw-Hill Inspire Science Physical Science

    Health

    • McGraw-Hill Glencoe Health 

Content Specific Values & Beliefs Statements

  • Social Studies Values & Beliefs Statement:

    PACT believes Social Studies should empower students to navigate the world with curiosity, critical thinking, and character. Through engaging, inquiry-based learning, students learn to ask meaningful questions, evaluate credible sources, and connect content to real-life situations. We value interdisciplinary learning, civic responsibility, and the development of independent thinkers who are prepared to thrive as informed citizens within and beyond the PACT community.

     

  • Health Values & Belief Statement:

    We believe every student deserves to feel valued and supported in their journey toward lifelong health. Health education should be safe, inclusive, and rooted in curiosity, allowing students to grow through questions and real-life application. Our instruction is research-based, developmentally appropriate, and connected to character development. We celebrate diverse approaches to healthy living and ensure all students have access to trusted adults, interdisciplinary learning, and the resources they need to thrive.

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Teaching & Learning Team

  • Teresa Widen
    Executive Director of Teaching and Learning / Literacy Lead

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    EXPERIENCE

    • Executive Director of Teaching and Learning / Literacy Lead, PACT Charter School (2025-Present)
    • K-12 Reading Specialist, Orono Public Schools (2016-2025)
    • Q-Comp K-12 Peer Evaluator, Orono Public Schools (2009-2025)
    • District Mentor and Induction Leader, Orono Public Schools (2019-2023) (2008-2011)
    • Elementary Teacher, Orono Public Schools (2000-2009)

     

    EDUCATION

    • Doctor of Education, Educational Leadership and Administration, Bethel University
    • Principal and Superintendent License, Bethel University
    • K-12 Reading Specialist Licensure, Hamline University
    • M.A., Education, Hamline University
    • B.A., Elementary Education, Bethel University
  • Jenelle Moehn
    Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning

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    EXPERIENCE

    • Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning, PACT Charter School (2025 - present)
    • Assistant Director of Elementary Education, PACT Charter School (2023-2025)
    • Assistant Director of Education, PACT Charter School (2019-2023)
    • Director of Teaching and Learning, DaVinci Academy of Arts and Science (2017-2019)
    • Curriculum and Accountability Coordinator, PACT Charter School (2015-2017)
    • Elementary Teacher, PACT Charter School (2005-2015)

     

    EDUCATION

    • M.A. Educational Leadership, Concordia University - St. Paul
    • B.S. Elementary Education, Minnesota State University - Moorhead

Teaching & Learning Team

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  • Jenelle Moehn

    Assistant Director of Teaching and Learning j.moehn@pactcharter.org