High Schools of Choice

Students who choose to attend a High School of Choice do so for a variety of reasons:

• A student wants access to college and an opportunity of a “Scholarship” Associate’s Degree.
• A student wants the academic challenge of a Dual Credit, Project Based Learning, Pre AP/ AP curriculum and likes to be challenged in the classroom.
• A student has the drive for post-graduate degrees and knows that they need the two years of college credit early because they are already on an advanced pathway.
• A student likes learning through projects and a more hands-on format.

The foundation of the culture is a collaboratively agreed upon set of school norms that speak to the high expectations for learning, professionalism, collaboration, and attitude. It emphasizes a collaborative environment that embraces diversity and the construction of a peer culture that supports each other’s success. Family involvement that supports student success is also encouraged, and staff members are committed to motivate and inspire students.

The programming at a High School of Choice is an honors-level program of study with dual-credit opportunities that is focused on preparing students for college-level coursework. It is a standards-based curriculum that holds all students to high expectations with engaging instruction that emphasizes learning through inquiry. Projects are designed with real-world connections that emphasize creative and critical thinking.