FPS is an academic program that challenges students to think creatively, critically, and futuristically. Students work in think-tank teams of four and analyze issues facing society today and in the future using a six-step creative problem-solving process. Students target, solve, and create action plans for problems in writing, and also showcase their work as dramatic presentations.
FPS:
- prepares students to construct positive futures
- applies across the academic curriculum and within different disciplines
- encourages teamwork and collaboration
- employs creative problem solving using creative and critical thinking
- supports self-directed learning
- enhances verbal and written communication
- provides opportunities for students to apply process tools and methods to real life problems