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 »
This summer, The Pearl is hosting a series of virtual open houses for new families to explore what it means to join our school.
Explore Online Learning: The Pearl High School’s Open House 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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Discover the creative process of a visual arts student at The Pearl with stop motion! Watch Junen’s video highlighting the process of creating art and the value of enjoying the art-making experience.
Junen’s Drawing Process – Student Showcase Read More »
Meet Roberto Diaz, a parent from Panama, who shares his journey of discovering and enrolling his daughter, Lily, in The Pearl Remote Democratic High School. In Roberto’s words, the concept of democratic schools had always intrigued me, thanks to the positive experiences shared by other parents. However, in Panama, where we reside, such schools were
Personalized Learning & Soaring Math Confidence: Lily’s Story Read More »
As I enter my second year at The Pearl, I find myself deeply immersed in a journey of self-rediscovery within this vibrant community. From the earliest moments of my life, I have engaged in the intricate dance of bio-psycho-social development, navigating the complexities of growth and identity formation. This process of formation has always been
Authenticity in Action: Hande’s Story at The Pearl Read More »
Hi, my name is Marla, and I wanted to share what my life was like just before we discovered The Pearl. One day, I found myself sitting outside my daughter’s bedroom, with a deep sense of unease settling in the pit of my stomach. Tears streamed down my face as I wondered, “Where did she
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