Projects motivate students and show them the inter-connectedness of academic and skill areas needed to succeed in their future careers and lives. Our projects and academic classes are supported by our process of self-governance, advisors, and reflection. To accomplish this, we maintain a ratio of 12 students to one faculty member. Exit standards for Level V include passing college courses, being accepted in college, and paid apprenticeships in the community. All students do a grades exhibition of mastery before a panel including a non-teacher community member.
Students take frequent teacher-prepared tests.
Students complete portfolios. Many studdnts choose the same advisor for three years. Detailed progress reports are sent home quarterly. At the Primary School these are now computerized. Advisors are in touch with families at least twice a month.