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Craft your future at Pathways High! Explore the IMPACT Year program: internships, apprenticeships, certifications, and dual enrollment. Get real-world experience and graduate career-ready. PROJECT-BASED LEARNING IMPACT YEAR IMPACT YEAR . IMPACT Experiences FAQs LISTEN We believe that connecting students to adults and career opportunities in our region creates a pipeline of exceptional young adults who want to remain here and contribute to a thriving community. IMPACT takes the form of experiences within the interdisciplinary seminars, internships and/or apprenticeships and an optional fifth/IMPACT year. WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU ? 12 Free College Credits Academic Support Social Support Students currently enrolled in Pathways High can receive college credit before the 5th year option through partnering accredited universities. I MPACT diploma students have the opportunity to design a fifth/IMPACT year which could include additional apprenticeships or internships, certification programs and up to 2 dual enrollment courses per a semester. Students spend the majority of their time outside of our school but still retain the full support of our staff and resources. READ ELLIOTT"S IMPACT JOURNEY LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PATHWAYS HIGH IMPACT YEAR . They guided me and helped me with any and everything I needed in the process of getting accepted and attending. Xiomara M., Alumni & IMPACT Year Student

Discover Pathways High's mission to empower ALL learners, vision for impactful graduates, and rich history of celebrating diverse strengths. ABOUT PATHWAYS HIGH MISSION, VISION & HISTORY PATHWAYS HIGH MISSION & VISION . Pathways High Mission To unleash ALL learners' potential. NOW. Pathways High Vision All our graduates will use their unique talents to boldly and positively impact the world. Pathways High Why Pathways High is a world-class public charter high school leading the way in project based learning supporting the development of strong critical thinking, creative problem solving, and necessary networking skills. PATHWAYS CORE VALUES . Trust When we trust students with the skills to make good decisions about their learning and support them through missteps, they become successful, independent decision-makers. Interconnectedness We are committed to fostering the development of relationship building and networking skills. As globalization rapidly increases, students and staff will have the self-knowledge and relationship building skills to thrive in our interconnected world. Diversity by Design We are intentionally bringing together young people and adults from wide-ranging communities with diverse socioeconomic, ethnic, racial, cultural, sexual, and social identity backgrounds in order to provide broader perspectives with which to formulate, view, and solve real world problems. Excellence Through Purpose We strive for excellence by doing work that has purpose and meaning. Furthermore, we believe excellence is determined by assessment of performance on real world projects. Assessment includes teachers, peers, self, and authentic audiences, as often as possible. The goal is to develop future community leaders. Leslie Z; E ngagement Manager at Project Kindred PATHWAYS HIGH HISTORY . Destination Imagination Extracurricular project and team-based competitive creativity program. "Most Likely to Succeed" Book and documentary. Book Link Documentary Link XQ Super School Challenge $10M nationwide grant to reimagine public high school initiated by Laurene Powell Jobs. Four parents co-founded Pathways High School after being inspired by: Over nine months (October 2015 - July 2016) of the XQ grant process, Pathways High advanced to become a semi-finalist, one of only four schools in Wisconsin and the only one to open. The finalists for the XQ grant were announced in July 2016 before charters are authorized in Wisconsin. The founding team moved forward with a charter application submission to UW-Milwaukee in August 2016 and defended the application before the UWM charter review committee in September 2016. The charter was unanimously approved by the review committee in September 2016, a provisional authorization, and then unanimously approved by the UW Board of Regents in February 2017 making the authorization official. The Pathways High team secured a lease of a building on Vel Phillips and Walnut in April 2017 and began the process to recruit staff and students.

Discover Pathways High's collaborative network! See how our partners empower our Project-Based Learning mission and student success. PARTNERS PARTNERS . BECOME A PARTNER OR DONATE. PARTNER SUBMISSION DONATE TO PATHWAYS Partners & Pathways High Watch how PH students are exploring diverse pathways and developing mutually beneficial relationships with our partners. Pathways is ahead of the curve. They really have packaged a lot of what universities are trying to add on. It's important to give students a set of flexible skills that are going to set them up for being great critical thinkers and great project workers. Nancy Hernandez; Hispanic Collaborative

Learn financial literacy at Pathways High! Learn financial planning basics, from taxes & saving to credit & investing. Create a personalized portfolio, plan for college & career, and become a responsible consumer. INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINARS FINANCIAL PLANNING Financial Planning Course Description: First things first, this is a seminar for students with jobs or who have had paid jobs in the past. If you haven’t had a job yet, this seminar is offered every school year and you will have the opportunity to take it at a later time! We need money to survive, and this seminar is focused entirely on how to manage all of the money that you’ve spent countless hours working hard to earn! This seminar is broken down into seven interconnected but distinct aspects of financial planning, which are: Taxes, Checking, Saving, College and Career, Credit, Investing, and Insurance. Throughout the seminar, students will be creating and adding to a financial portfolio that is separated into these seven sections. At the conclusion of the seminar, students will choose one of these areas to dive deep into and complete an extensive project that will outline their future. Additionally, students will have all of the knowledge that they need in order to go out into the real world and be a smart, self-interested consumer. Standards Offered: Electives/ Future Readiness: Personal Finance Category (Mastery Credit) Financial Mindset Education and Employment Money Management Saving Credit and Debt Investing Using Economics in Real Life INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINARS PAGE FINANCIAL PLANNING .

Dive into Robotics at Pathways High! Design, build, and compete with robots while exploring real-world applications relevant to Milwaukee's unique location. Earn industry certifications and build your future-ready skills. INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINARS ROBOTICS Robotics Course Description: In this course, students will participate in two robot builds and two side quests. Design, build, and compete with a submersible Remote Operated Vehicle, build and program a land-based robot to compete in specific games, unbuild and design modifications to a prosthetic hand, and design a submersible research ROV based on the SeaFox model. Submersible ROV’s are an important context due to Milwaukee’s unique location at the delta of a large river basin and Lake Michigan. Students who have already taken computer programming or robotics ARE ENCOURAGED to take the course again to learn a new language and to pursue industry certifications. These students will work with the instructor to develop a portfolio demonstrating proficiency or mastery in advanced standards. Standards Offered: Design Thinking: Ideate Prototype and Test Future Readiness: Creating Team Roles, Norms and Responsibilities Negotiating Conflict Constructively Utilizing Digital Documents to Collaborate Community Empathy STEM Math: Mathematical Modeling Foundational: Interpreting Categorical and Quantitative Data Structure and Generalization Foundational: Measurement and Dimenson STEM Science: Physical Science (Force/Motion Scientific Process OR Application) Foundational Solutions Based Engineering and Design Physical Science (Energy Scientific Process OR Application) INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINARS PAGE ROBOTICS .

Become a boat builder at Pathways High! Partner with All Hands Boatworks to construct a real wooden boat. Apply math skills, explore design thinking, and gain valuable real-world experience. INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINARS BUILD-A-BOAT Build A Boat Course Description: Do you like to build things? Are you ready to use the Workshop to its fullest potential? In this seminar, a group of students will work with Mr. Sasveld and the partner organization All Hands Boatworks to build a wooden boat with a capacity of 3 persons. Twice a week, All Hands Boatworks will come to Pathways High and work with the students on the physical building of the boat. On the other days of the week, students will work to sharpen their math skills as they relate to the building of the boat. Math concepts like measurement, scale drawing, and geometry will be explored and used to help build the boat. Students have the capacity to earn both mathematical standards and design thinking standards in this seminar co-taught with a partner organization. Standards Offered: STEM Math: Structure & Generalization (Mastery Credit) Measurement and Dimension Use Geometric Shapes, their Measures, and their Properties to Describe Objects Use Units to Solve Problems Sine, Cosine, Tangent Design Thinking Create Ideate Prototype and Test Future Readiness Negotiating Conflict Constructively Creating Team Roles, Norms, and Responsibilities Foundational Problem Solving Through Inquiry INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINARS PAGE BUILD A BOAT .

Be inspired by Pathways High students! Explore their projects, accomplishments, and unique paths. We empower students to make a community IMPACT NOW. PROJECT-BASED LEARNING STUDENT HIGHLIGHTS STUDENT HIGHLIGHTS . What makes us different from every high school in Milwaukee goes beyond our educational model; it is our exceptional students. Our student-focused approach goes beyond their curriculum and taps into what the students are interested in pursuing. At Pathways High, our students forge their own paths, and we create personalized opportunities to support them in their endeavors. Students at Pathways High are encouraged to make an IMPACT on their community NOW and not wait for some distant future. Explore some of the body of work our students have created in pursuit of the paths they are forging. All Videos Reproducir video Reproducir video 02:23 Pathways Real World Learning at sySTEMnow Watch our students share about their Pathways High English class "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance," where students rewired a Suzuki Motorcycle from gas to electric. At Pathways High, we facilitate opportunities for students to pursue their passions through real-world learning! Reproducir video Reproducir video 02:09 Pathways Real World Learning at Wisconsin State Capitol Watch how our Pathways High students use their voices at the State Capitol to support Driver Ed legislation in Wisconsin. At Pathways High, we teach students to speak up, make change, and find solutions to grow a more equitable society. Our focus on real-world learning allows students to impact the world beyond the classroom, now and in the future, learning the academic knowledge and soft skills necessary to open all the various avenues of success. Reproducir video Reproducir video 02:14 Pathways Real World Learning at Camp Kindred Explore how our student Tate Goetsch spends his summers at Camp Kindred, a partnering organization of Pathways High. Reproducir video Reproducir video 02:25 Pathways Real World Learning in Entrepreneurship Watch one of our students, Saniiya, share her experience about how Pathways High supports our students' entrepreneurship goals. Entrepreneurship is a path that Pathways High provides innovative support, opportunities, and mentorship per students' business needs and goals. THE "MILWAUKEE WATERS" SEMINAR WAS FEATURED ON WISN12. CHECK IT OUT HERE . FINLEY LASKOWSKI: NEON FISH . NEON Fish is a collection of ART that portrays “unapologetically graphic and symbolic” imagery to bring awareness to mental health disorders. Finley partnered with nonprofits and collected resources through NEON Fish to provide mental health resources. The proceeds from selling the paintings will go towards further supporting partnering nonprofits. Over our last four years we have been exposed to an array of opportunities and through those opportunities, we were allowed to become the people we are today. Kyla C-H; Pathways High Al umni Student PATHWAYS HIGH IN THE NEWS . Read about the groundbreaking Drivers Education Legislation proposed by our exceptional students, Khalil Stewart and Jahmorris. WISCONSIN-FUNDED DRIVER'S EDUCATION GRANTS AIM TO REDUCE RECKLESS DRIVING VIEW HERE SHARE WITH OTHERS Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copiar enlace VIEW HERE THE IMPACT OF TWO DECADES WITHOUT STATE-FUNDED DRIVER'S ED IN WISCONSIN VIEW HERE SHARE WITH OTHERS Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copiar enlace VIEW HERE STUDENTS WHO GET FREE OR REDUCED LUNCH MAY BE ABLE TO TAKE DRIVER'S ED CLASSES AT NO COST VIEW HERE SHARE WITH OTHERS Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copiar enlace VIEW HERE A CRUSADE TO END GRADING IN HIGH SCHOOL VIEW HERE SHARE WITH OTHERS Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copiar enlace VIEW HERE THE IMPACT OF TWO DECADES WITHOUT STATE-FUNDED DRIVERS ED IN WISCONSIN VIEW HERE SHARE WITH OTHERS Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp LinkedIn Pinterest Copiar enlace VIEW HERE We support our students to take that leap, to take that risk, and to take leadership of their own education, their own lives. Aryana B; Enrollment & Marketing

Make a difference! Your donation to Pathways High directly supports our mission to unleash ALL learners' potential. DONATE DONATE TO PATHWAYS HIGH . Donte to Pathways Fill out the form to donate or sponsor a table via credit card below: DONATE VIA CHECK or STOCK Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. Margaret Mead; American Cultural Anthropologist

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Get to know the passionate educators who guide students at Pathways High. Discover their expertise in Project-Based Learning and commitment to student success. ABOUT PATHWAYS STAFF Executive Director Dr. Steve Gerner My why for working at Pathways High is... ... because Pathways High is a premier educational model that is transforming students' lives. Director of Academics Alisa Brantz My why for working at Pathways High is... ... rooted in the school's commitment to real-world relevance and a relationship-based approach to education. I am passionate about not only engaging students in meaningful learning experiences but also empowering them to get actively involved in their communities, fostering a dynamic environment where education becomes a catalyst for positive change. Director of Business Operations Michelle Raynier My why for working at Pathways High is... ... the students! ... Office Assistant & Food Coordinator Mia Johnson My why for working at Pathways High is... ... seeing students shine as they show off their accomplishments. Social Worker Kristina Jackson My why for working at Pathways High is... ... The inspiring learning environment and unique opportunities that are provided at Pathways are mind-blowing. No matter what post high school journey our students choose, Pathways provides them with the skills, knowledge and community to be set up for success. Senior Advisor & IMPACT Coordinator Julia Mach My why for working at Pathways High is... …because all students should have the opportunity to be successful and reach their full potential. Students often are left to figure out what works for them instead of being given a support system that allows for them to ask the question “why” without hearing “because this is the way it has always been.” Instead, we, as a learning community, should foster students' innate curiosity which often leads to new, unthinkable solutions. Math Specialist Lucas Sasveld My why for working at Pathways High is... ...because it's the perfect fit for me. The philosophy of the school, the administrators, the staff and the students aligns with my personal philosophy of how students should be treated in schools. I see everyday how engaged students can be when the content is made applicable to their interests and to their life situations." Technology Specialist Chris Kjaer My why for working at Pathways High is... ...because traditional education is not working for far too many of our nation's learners. It is frustrating to see a student's potential caged rather than unleashed. When given the opportunity to work for a school with the potential to revolutionize both how learning happens and is measured, I had to take it! Physics Specialist Steven Koehler My why for working at Pathways High is... ...because we are designed and dedicated to help students find their own way, rather than coerce students to march lockstep down some mythical, turn of the century, Prussian highway to knowledge and efficiency. Humanities Specialist Jess Ehrenberg My why for working at Pathways High is... ...is the real-life skills we can learn in a history classroom. Memorizing names and dates are not important, but the empathy, the perspectives, and the critical thinking skills that can all be applied to our world outside of these walls are vital. Life Science Specialist Annelise Mankowski My why for working at Pathways High is... ...because we get to be creative rather than just follow a script! We collaborate across all disciplines to create authentic and meaningful experiences for students that develop their self-confidence, build a community, and get them excited for their futures. Paraprofessional Brenden Schulz My why for working at Pathways High is... ...my why for working at Pathways High is the enjoyment I get from working with our students. It’s very rewarding getting to know them as individuals and helping the students achieve their highest potential. English Language Arts Specialist Meredith Klusman My why for working at Pathways High is... …because the Pathways structure aligns with my view of what education should be. Everyone should be able to find their passions through exploration, feel that their voice is valued, and treat others with empathy. Pathways creates the space for all these and more! Lead Special Education Specialist Micaela Brand My why for working at Pathways High is... ...my why for working at Pathways High is because I believe all students have the ability to find something they are passionate about and want to pursue throughout their lives when given the tools and support they need to succeed. I teach because my students remind me every day that they are intelligent, emotionally aware critical thinkers who can and want to make a difference in the world. I am proud to have the privilege of working with young people who are ready to take action and make a positive impact in their communities. Special Education Support Carol Spade My why for working at Pathways High is... ...I believe students learn best when they do not realize they are learning. I am excited to be part of Pathways High where students have the opportunity to develop the skills needed to help them be successful while pursuing their unique passions. Special Education and Behavioral Support Sara French My why for working at Pathways High is... ...because all students deserve a place to BELONG, learn about themselves and the world around them, and develop the critical thinking and life skills needed to reach their highest potential. The model of Pathways High provides the safe, supportive structures for students sans staff alike to grow and flourish in ways we could never have imagined in traditional educational settings. Maintenance Technician Bennie Thompson My why for working at Pathways High is... ...because I love using my talents to continually improve the school and community.

Prove your knowledge at Pathways High! The Junior Defense challenges students to showcase mastery in a chosen subject. Public presentations, real-world evaluation - earn credit and gain valuable experience. PROJECT-BASED LEARNING JUNIOR DEFENSE JUNIOR DEFENSE . This Mastery Credit Defense Process usually occurs in a student's junior year and culminates with a public presentation in which students demonstrate their mastery of learning in a specific credit area. Students present their defense to a committee composed of a Pathways High content area specialist, two students, and two guest evaluators from outside the school. These guests work in a wide-variety of settings in both for profit and nonprofit organizations, providing students with a real-world evaluation of their work. Mastery Credit: Students identify a subject area for which they wish to pursue a mastery credit. They may refine an existing project or undertake a completely new project. Their evidence is included on their final mastery transcript. Student Selected Project: Students produce evidence of mastery learning via projects and work products they have completed over the course of one or more trimesters. Defense Presentation/Evaluation: Using a rigorous defense rubric, a panel of evaluators reviews all elements of the defense presentation and supporting work products and comes to consensus on an overall defense score. The evaluation panel is not a rubber stamp as the average pass rate is 65%. LEARN MORE ABOUT PATHWAYS . I wasn’t sure what to expect when I was invited to participate as a guest evaluator on the junior defense panel, but I said yes anyway. The matrix for evaluation seemed kind of intimidating and I wasn’t sure just what I was expected to contribute to the student experience. However, the actual experience blew me away. There was a teacher that gave us some background on the process and the student, but the best part of the panel was a student on the panel with us who was absolutely invested in the process and lead our way with their thoughts and comments. The students that presented their work were interesting, invested, passionate, and impressive. I’d do it again in a heartbeat and if you are invited – say yes! Junior Defense Panelist, AEM BECOME A PANELIST FOR STUDENTS . Join us at Pathways High as we connect our students with the Milwaukee community for real-world learning experiences. We're seeking diverse talent to review our students. Submit the form below to participate in Trimester 3 Defense on June 3rd and 4th from 9 am to 12 pm. Help shape the future of education with us. WHY BECOME A PANELIST ? Get first-hand experience with the level of work our students produce. Provide feedback to allow the student to grow and dive deeper into their projects. Influence the next generation of college students and workforce employees. First name Email Last name Phone Current Employer/Company Current Job Title Thanks for submitting! Submit Miles Meaux's defense project

Have questions about Pathways High's unique Project-Based Learning approach? Find answers to our frequently asked questions here. CURRENT STUDENTS FAQS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS . What is Pathways High? 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. Who attends Pathways High? 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. What are the main differences between Pathways High and conventional high schools? 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. How many students attend Pathways High? 175 students are enrolled at Pathways High. We have an 10:1 student-to-staff ratio. Does Pathways High provide transportation? No, Pathways High does not provide transportation. We work closely with our families to help arrange carpools and with donors to provide bus tickets as needed. Does Pathways High provide special education services? Yes, as a public school, Pathways High provides special education services by a certified special education teacher. Does Pathways High prepare students for college? 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. Do Pathways High students take state tests? ACT? Pathways High complies with all state-mandated testing, including the Forward exam, ACT ASPIRE, and ACT. What is a mastery transcript? 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. Does Pathways High have uniforms? We do not have uniforms. You can find our dress code listed in the student and parent handbook. Does Pathways High have sports? Pathways High offers sports each season: Cross Country, Volleyball, Basketball, and Soccer. If students want to start a new team they can inquire by asking our Director of Culture & Athletics. What extracurriculars or clubs does Pathways High have? Clubs are student-driven and created, only to be assisted by staff at Pathways High. For the 23-24 school year, we currently have an Art Club, Weight Lifting Club, LGBTQA+ Alliance Club, Writing Club, ESports Club, Anime Club, and potentially more in the making. How do I apply to Pathways High as a current 8th grader/family? All prospective families must complete an online enrollment application and attend a 1-hour in-person family meeting. There is an optional student shadow opportunity, where your prospective student may attend classes for a morning with a current PH student. There are no placement tests, letters of recommendation, or additional steps to be considered for enrollment. Further details and deadlines can be found here. Can I insert an image, video, or GIF in my FAQ? All transfer students must complete an online “Transfer Application” form which includes their unofficial transcript and a 1-hour in-person family meeting. All prospective families must complete an online enrollment application and attend a 1-hour in-person family meeting. There is an optional student shadow opportunity, where your prospective student may attend classes for a morning with a current Pathways High student. There are no placement tests, letters of recommendation, or additional steps to be considered for enrollment. Transfer students can only begin school at the start of every trimester. Please note: 1) Transfer Students are students who currently attend a high school and seek to enroll at Pathways High. 2) To receive your students' unofficial transcript, call your students current high school and request they send a pdf. file of their transcript to your email. How do I edit or remove the 'Frequently Asked Questions' title? You can edit the title from the FAQ 'Settings' tab in the Editor. To remove the title from your mobile app go to the 'Site & App' tab in your Owner's app and customize. Is Pathways High a non-profit organization? Yes, Pathways High, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation that operates a charter high school, Pathways High. Therefore, all donations to Pathways High are tax deductible. What organization(s) provide oversight of Pathways High? As a public school, charter schools are accountable to the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and must comply with most DPI requirements, including state-mandated testing. In addition, charter schools are authorized by organizations, such as city governments, public school districts, and universities, which oversee the operations of the charter school. Charter schools enter into a legal contract with the charter school authorizer. Who is Pathways High's charter authorizer? The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is the charter authorizer of Pathways High. Both UW-Milwaukee’s Office of Charter Schools and the UW Board of Regents approved Pathways High’s charter. LEARN ABOUT PATHWAYS HIGH VISION & MISSION. VISION, MISSION & HISTORY DONATE TO PATHWAYS HIGH