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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.

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

Enjoy this student blog written by alumni Kaitlyn T.​ sharing her experience with the social side of The Pearl: Remote Democratic High School.

At The Pearl, we cherish every opportunity to connect with our students and their families in person, and this summer’s meet-up in Querétaro, Mexico, was no exception. From August 2nd to 5th, 2024, we hosted three amazing families for a weekend filled with exploration, learning, and bonding. “We left Querétaro with our hearts filled with

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

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

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

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