Question 1

What is Pathways High?

Accepted Answer

We are a free, public UW-Milwaukee charter high school serving 9th-12th grade students around the greater Milwaukee region, including but not limited to students from Waukesha, Ozaukee, Washington, and Racine counties. We offer innovative and personalized education through a Project-Based learning model.

Question 2

Who attends Pathways High?

Accepted Answer

At Pathway High, we welcome students from diverse backgrounds, embracing unique abilities, religions, identities, and creeds. An ideal Pathway High student is someone who is curious, driven, and dedicated to exploring their future college or career path. We create a community where everyone's individuality is valued and hold space for students to pursue their dreams actively with passion and commitment.

Question 3

Who can apply to Pathways High?

Accepted Answer

As a tuition-free, public charter school, any student can apply to Pathways High's middle and high school.

Question 4

What are the main differences between Pathways High and conventional schools?

Accepted Answer

1) Project based Learning Model 
2) Personalized Education 
3) IMPACT experiences in every Seminar: Field trip, frequent guest speakers, networking, and internship opportunities. 
4) Real-World Curriculum 
5) IMPACT Year: This is an optional additional year where Pathways High will pay for 12 credits of a college, and provide support.. Students can choose to attend UW-Milwaukee or MATC.

Question 5

How many students attend Pathways High?

Accepted Answer

Pathways High was designed to be small school where every student is known and valued. Personalized, project-based learning thrives in schools with 100 - 200 students so Pathways High stays within that range.

Question 6

Does Pathways High provide transportation?

Accepted Answer

Pathways High Middle School does not provide transportation. However, the school is conveniently located on Wisconsin Avenue, a major public bus corridor, making it accessible to students across the city. Families are responsible for arranging daily transportation to and from school.

Question 7

Does Pathways High provide special education services?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as a public school, Pathways High provides special education services by a certified special education teacher.

Question 8

What is the New Tech Network and what benefits does it provide Pathways High to be in this network?

Accepted Answer

The New Tech Network (NTN) is a national network of innovative public schools focused on high-quality project-based learning (PBL), student engagement, and strong school culture. NTN supports more than 200 schools across 28 states and partners with schools to implement a whole-school approach to teaching and learning.
As a member of the New Tech Network, Pathways High Middle School benefits from ongoing professional development and coaching for educators, access to high-quality PBL curriculum resources and assessment tools, and collaboration with a national community of schools committed to continuous improvement. NTN’s approach closely aligns with Pathways High’s mission and EMPOWER skills, strengthening our ability to create meaningful, rigorous learning experiences that prepare students for success in high school and beyond.

Question 9

Does Pathways High prepare students for college?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Pathways High prepares students for college and beyond through our curricula with additional future readiness credits that students can obtain. Student may earn college credits before graduation by participating in dual and concurrent enrollment options directly through UW-Milwaukee or MATC.

Question 10

Do Pathways High students take state tests? ACT?

Accepted Answer

Pathways High complies with all state-mandated testing, including the Forward exam, ACT ASPIRE, and ACT.

Question 11

What is a mastery transcript?

Accepted Answer

Similar to a resume, a mastery transcript is a high school transcript that provides a holistic picture of a student’s experiences, academic knowledge, and future-readiness skills acquired throughout high school and the IMPACT Year, if the student pursued an IMPACT Year. Students select the evidence that best demonstrates their diverse capabilities.

Please click on this link to view a sample mastery transcript.

Question 12

Does Pathways High have uniforms?

Accepted Answer

We do not have uniforms. You can find our dress code listed in the student and parent handbook.

Question 13

Does Pathways High have sports?

Accepted Answer

As a small school, Pathways High partners with outside organizations, such as the Milwaukee Rowing Club, to provide opportunities for participation in competitive sports. If a student is interested in a sport, they are encouraged to recruit other students to form a recreational sports team.

Question 14

What extracurriculars or clubs does Pathways High have?

Accepted Answer

Clubs are student-driven and created, only to be assisted by staff at Pathways High. Examples of clubs students have started are Art Club, Weight Lifting Club, LGBTQA+ Alliance Club, Writing Club, ESports Club, and Anime Club.

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