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From class updates to student perspectives, our articles can help you learn more about what it means to be a part of The Pearl community.

Spring Term 2026 – 11 Online High School Classes
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.

How The Pearl Balances Student Wellbeing With Academic Rigor
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.

Beyond The Paper: What the Accreditation Journey Taught Me
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.

National School Choice Week – Why Choose The Pearl?
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.

9 Online Winter Classes for High School Students
For Winter 2026, we are offering 9 unique online classes to inspire and engage our students and help them reach their goals. These classes consist of math, science, history, social students, English, art, and world language courses that can be used towards an accredited high school diploma.

The Importance of LBGTQ Education in Schools
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.
