This term features 12 unique classes designed to inspire and engage our students, helping them reach their goals. We will be offering classes in Social Studies, English Literature, Language, Visual Arts, Civics, Maths, Psychology, and Foundations.
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Many schools will lean towards academics or well-being, one school may focus on academic rigor and college preparedness while neglecting to acknowledge the important personal time necessary for a teen’s emotional growth, while another school may completely sacrifice academics in order to provide a gentle approach to student wellness that leaves young adults completely unprepared for graduation and deprives them of the opportunity to pursue a education at a competitive university or a career in academia or STEM.
How The Pearl Balances Student Wellbeing With Academic Rigor Read More »
After receiving the announcement that The Pearl has been recommended for full accreditation by the Middle States Association, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on what our preparation for the accreditation application and the validation visit meant to me.
Beyond The Paper: What the Accreditation Journey Taught Me Read More »
Choosing a high school for your kid can be completely overwhelming. For National School Choice Week this year, we have compiled a list of reasons we could be your best choice!
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.
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The support of educators and trusted adults can have a profound impact that can completely transform a young person’s life. When educators teach the diverse reality of gender and sexuality, it reveals the reality that queerness is a part of humanity.
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A Touching Testimony From One of Our Pearl Parents “Reading all the narratives at once, it brought tears to my eyes…” Narratives at The Pearl At The Pearl, we do grading differently. Instead of traditional letter grades, our teachers collaborate with students to create reflective narrative assessments. These essays highlight each student’s personal growth—what they
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We are happy to showcase our incredibly talented student, Charlie, who created a marvelously creative zine in the shape of an origami swan for our English language arts class.
A Zine about Hope – Student Showcase Read More »
Enjoy this student blog written by alumni Kaitlyn T. sharing her experience with the social side of The Pearl: Remote Democratic High School.
Finding Your People – A High School Student Pespective Read More »
In this Student Showcase, we share the work of current student Joseph and alumnus Keoni who created a powerful short film about staying focused in a distracting world. With a strong message and talented production their work sparked meaningful conversations and highlighted the creativity and connections that define our Pearl community.
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