Why Choose The Pearl?
Choosing a high school for your kid can be completely overwhelming. Whether you are considering pulling your child from public school, switching from homeschooling to online learning, or have been exploring various private school options for years, we know you want to be sure you are doing right by your kid. For National School Choice Week this year, we have compiled a list of reasons we could be your best choice!
Since The Pearl: Remote Democratic High School is a microschool, we care about being the right fit for your student. Our classes have a 10:1 student-to-teacher ratio, and we aim to remain a small school to focus on personalized instruction. If this list resonates with you, please reach out to us by email at admin@thepearlhighschool.org or book a meeting with our director.
Rigorous Academics at a Personalized Pace
Promoting student wellness doesn’t mean sacrificing academics. Our students dream big, and we seek to give them the tools they need to succeed! Our instructors are experts in their fields and help guide our students with personalized instruction beyond what they would receive in a standard classroom. We offer support for our students as they prepare for college, university, trade school, or entrepreneurship.
A Safe, Inclusive Environment
At The Pearl, students can be themselves regardless of race, culture, gender identity, neurodivergence, sexuality, or form of self-expression. We have zero tolerance for bullying and use students’ preferred names and pronouns.
Learning Without Censorship
Humanities subjects such as history and literature are incomplete without including the works of activists, revolutionaries, and controversial figures. At The Pearl, students can study the whole story without fear of censorship being used to push an agenda.
Flexible, Accessible Education
The Pearl is a fully online, flexible learning environment. We can support students living in remote areas, students whose families travel frequently, or students with disabilities who are unable to attend in-person classes. Additionally, Students can take our full course or use our classes to supplement another program, allowing for flexible scheduling and an adaptable workload.
Self-Directed and Project-Based Learning
Our students learn through active projects that connect to subjects that interest them. At The Pearl, students never have to ask, “Why am I learning this? When will I ever use this outside of school?” Our teaching style emphasizes the internal motivation to learn, encourages curiosity, teaches project management and organizational skills, and connects learning to real-world examples.
