Charter schools offer alternative teaching methods or curriculum and more independence than regular public schools. Central Middle School of Science Central Middle School of Science is for students and parents who believe in a rigorous academic program with an emphasis on active participation. Students learn through traditional class work, independent study and group research. Optional programs emphasize the physical, emotional and academic development of the individual child. Students of different ages are combined in multigrade classrooms to work and learn together.
Students are responsible for directing at least some aspects of their learning.
Steller Secondary School Steller is an individualized, self-paced education program for middle and high school students that maintains an informal and noncompetitive environment. Students learn the basics and skills to develop self-directed learning. Independent study is welcome.