We think our Independent Study program is unique and valuable; but we have discovered that it is not for everyone. There are a few students who do not fare well here, so they return to the public schools or whatever alternative the parents find. But the great majority are openly enthusiastic.
If you have the opportunity, we encourage you to speak with families familiar with us; there is no better source of information.
Many of these students and parents have written of their appreciation and some excerpts are below. We advertise very little, because we have found that positive word-of-mouth from the families who have been here are our best advertising.
At this school I could focus my time and arrange my schedule to meet my needs. All schools should be designed like this one. (student)
I am in college now and doing great. I highly recommend this school. (student)
At first, I missed not having a lot of kids my age to meet, but I’ve made friends on my own and have all I need. (student)
Enrolling at this school was one of the best choices I ever made. (student)
I think the main reason I am doing well in college is because at this high school I learned to work on my own. (student)
I like being able to slow down when something is hard and speed up when the subject is easier for me. (student)
I can set my own goals and shoot for whatever grade I want. This is the first school I’ve really liked. (student)
At every school I’ve gone to until this one the socializing of the other kids made it impossible to concentrate. (student)
The scheduling is way less stressful and less distracting. I don’t have to rush to be at classes on time, or fight the crowds for the restrooms or cafeteria, or deal with unpleasant kids. I still have a lot of friends; I just don’t rely on school to supply them. (student)
§I am amazed that my daughter, who formerly disliked school, now brags about completing work and earning grades. (parent)
We are very fortunate to have a school like this to serve the educational needs of our children. (parent)
For the first time in my life, I don’t have to worry about bad influences at school for my daughter. (parent)
What I like about this school is that it allows me to continue home schooling while using some of the services the school provides... This school lightens my load considerably. (parent)
I brag about this school to everyone I talk to. (parent)
Many features of your school experience remind me of being at a university, and I think my son will have an advantage in adjusting to college life when he gets there. (parent)