In the mornings, students are grouped by age and interest into math, language arts, social studies, and science classes. Time is provided for students and teachers to share information and make decisions for the school community in a democratic setting. The sharing of responsibility is developmental, encompassing age-appropriate issues as the student's skills increase.
Teachers modify their classrooms and teaching methods to accommodate a variety of learning styles.
This fluidity allows the school to adjust its focus and program capabilities in accordance with changing societal and student needs. Teachers serve as counselors, making themselves available twenty-four hours a day. The curriculum creates a fertile environment for peer tutoring. A student's self-esteem is often enhanced through peer relationships in which those who excel in certain areas can assist others. Likewise, older students gain confidence as they help younger students.