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 …
Summer Community Meetup in Querétaro! Dear Pearl community, You may already be aware that our Summer Meetup is fast approaching, and we are eagerly anticipating it! This special event aims to bring together students and families from The Pearl High School for a memorable experience in Querétaro, Mexico. Scheduled from August 2nd to 5th, 2024, …
Here at The Pearl: Remote Democratic High School, our community makes us great. We are excited to present a series of impact statements from our staff, families, and students, starting with our English Language Arts Teacher Sara Caldiero, MFA. “I started teaching at the Pearl Democratic High School in the fall of 2023. I have …
Inspiring Success: Our English Teacher’s Impact Statement on Student Motivation Read More »
Learning Math At The Pearl Remote Democratic High School At The Pearl, we teach math by through examining real life problems. With our classes, never again will your teenager say “Why am I even learning this anyway? I will never use it in real life.” These classes are excellent for homeschool families who do not …
Thanks to Arizona’s new Empowerment Scholarship, homeschoolers from Arizona can now get their Pearl tuition 100% covered Good news for Arizona residents: the Empowerment Scholarship Account allows families to use their education tax dollars towards a school of their choice, empowering students to obtain an education where they can thrive. The Pearl Remote Democratic High …
Arizona Students Can Now Attend The Pearl for Free! Read More »
When we founded The Pearl, we started off with no rules. When we asked students if they thought we needed any, they said no. Within a few weeks, they decided that they wanted one. They said they worried about their peers if they weren’t in class. They created the rule that if a student was …
At The Pearl, we are very grateful to be able to offer financial aid to several of our students. This is thanks to the generosity of the individuals who have donated to our scholarship funds and the staff who have donated their time to make this possible. The letter below was written by one of …
