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Invest in the future! Learn how your partnership can support Pathways High's innovative Project-Based Learning approach. PARTNERS PARTNER SUBMISSION PARTNER SUBMISSION . Reasons to Partner with Pathways High: Partnering with Pathways High helps to develop your future workforce. Students can help your organization tackle important, non-mission critical projects and initiatives. Our students thrive when working on authentic, real projects within our community. Partnering with Pathways High helps students appreciate your organization and the work you do. CURRENT PARTNERS DONATE TO PATHWAYS HIGH. DONATE TO PATHWAYS

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Explore Pathways High's daily structures! Discover our blended learning approach: ALEKS math, interdisciplinary seminars, literacy PUMAs, supportive advisories, and project-focused core blocks. CURRENT STUDENTS DAILY STRUCTURES Daily Structures at Pathways High Pathways High is a Project-Based High School with consistent class periods every day. The required school hours are from 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday - Friday. We work on a trimester system, with three trimesters in a school year. To learn more about our daily structures, click on each topic below. Click here to download Academic Day Schedule. TRAILHEAD/END Built-in supplementary time for meetings, clubs, and additional assistance that is optional unless assigned to a student by staff. SEMINARS Students work at their own pace in mixed-grade interdisciplinary, hands-on learning seminars allowing them to pursue credit across multiple standards in multiple topics concurrently. ADVISORY Students are organized into Advisory groups, each led by a teacher and composed of mixed grade levels to foster both learning and relationship-building. Advisory sessions are held three times daily to support students in achieving their individual goals. Additionally, students meet one-on-one with their Advisor once a week to receive personalized guidance. GLD GLD or Grade Level Development courses are designed to create time and space for students' unique needs at varying ages. From social and emotional development to project management in underclass years to Defense development and career planning for upperclassmen, this time goes beyond academics to support age-appropriate life skills. Lit./Wellness Block The purpose of our Lit. Wellness Block fosters an understanding of literacy as essential for lifelong learning, empathy, and agency and augments regular literacy instruction by providing additional opportunities to develop reading, discussion, and critical thinking skills. PROJECT BLOCK Students are allotted a dedicated hour each day to work on projects from their seminars. This time is designed for students to develop skills as independent learners and leaders while creating their projects. Initially, all students undergo a project management curriculum to learn how to work independently. Once they complete this training, they can use this time to pursue self-directed projects, collaborating with staff, teachers, and external partners to support them in achieving their goals TRAIL GUIDE* Trail Guide is a privilege, an early release block, that must be earned by students. Approval is granted by the student's Advisor and the Pathways High administration. Students qualify for Trail Guide if they consistently complete their project work on time and demonstrate positive behavior without needing additional support. Those who do not qualify for early release will receive extra assistance from staff in areas where they need support. 24-25 T1 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS COLLABORATION FOR STUDENT GROWTH Teachers work collaboratively throughout the school year in order to provide rigorous academics for every student. An essential part of this is utilizing Teacher Action Research Teams. LEARN MORE

Unleash your inner entrepreneur at Pathways High! Learn business strategy, consult local companies, and launch your own student-run business. Develop future-ready skills while gaining valuable real-world experience. INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINARS ENTREPRENEURSHIP Entrepreneurship Course Description: Entrepreneurial spirit is strong in young people, and many will appreciate learning the business strategy behind the cost of local goods and services. As teens develop their buying power, it is also important for them to understand how businesses turn a profit and the role consumers play in a company’s success. As market research analysts working for locally owned companies, students will determine the most profitable price point for one of their goods or services. They will gather and analyze data to establish suggested prices and develop and present their reports to the company’s owners. Once we work through consulting the local businesses, students can then turn their entrepreneurial dreams into reality! Students will dive deep into the process of starting their own business. Students will conduct market research, develop a business plan for their product, and run their businesses while tracking sales and costs. These businesses will be created in student teams. Standards Offered: Advanced Design Thinking: Entrepreneurship (Mastery Credit) Business Plan Launching a Business Markets and Branding Future Readiness: Problem Solving Using Data Problem Solving to Solve a Specific Problem Advanced STEM Math: Use technology to build and analyze nonlinear models Model relationships between quantities using nonlinear functions Interpret nonlinear models Use technology to analyze and explain datasets INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINARS PAGE ENTREPRENEURSHIP: 3RD STREET MARKET .

Expand your horizons at Pathways High! Engage with real professionals in Milwaukee through IMPACT Experiences. Field trips, guest speakers, internships - real-world learning to connect your education to future careers. PROJECT-BASED LEARNING IMPACT EXPERIENCES IMPACT Experiences Every Seminar at Pathways High incorporates an IMPACT experience. An IMPACT Experience can be a field trip, frequent guest speakers, networking opportunities, or internship opportunities. These IMPACT experiences are intended to bring the curriculum into the real-world, to show students how their education applies and connects with various degrees and careers. These are opportunities for our students to engage with real professionals in the Greater Milwaukee region to expand their network and experience various degrees and careers. IMPACT EXPERIENCES . I had such an amazing experience with the nine-month internship that I knew I wanted to continue to be a part of TGG, simply because they have helped me grow as an individual and young Black woman. I have gained so much knowledge and now I have the opportunity [as a TGG apprentice] to put that knowledge to good use and help others in my community. PATHWAYS HIGH STUDENT PANEL .

Celebrate student achievement at Pathways High! Join our Exhibition Nights - a chance for students to present their work, network with professionals, and share their impact on the community. PROJECT-BASED LEARNING EXHIBITION NIGHTS EXHIBITION NIGHTS . UPCOMING EXHIBITION NIGHTS LEARN ABOUT PROJECT-BASED LEARNING Learn more about Exhibition Nights: Exhibition, a cornerstone of Pathways High, happens three times a year, concluding each Trimester. Students select a project they're passionate about from the Trimester and present it to family, peers, industry leaders, and the Milwaukee community. It's a chance for students to showcase their community impact, demonstrate knowledge, and refine presentation and networking skills. EXHIBITION NIGHTS 2023-2024 . We want our students to be thinking about how their work is relevant to the world beyond. - Franz M EXHIBITION NIGHT 2020 .

Shape Your Future at Pathways High! Dive into American government, civil rights, and global citizenship. Learn through simulations, research, and civic engagement. Develop critical thinking and become a responsible citizen. INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINARS MAKING A LAW Making a Law Course Description: 'Making a Law' is an immersive project-based seminar that empowers students with a comprehensive understanding of American government, civil rights, and global citizenship. Through engaging activities like a legislative simulation and inquiry-based research, students will explore the foundations of the American government, the constitutional tension between protecting individual rights and promoting the common good, and the importance of civic engagement in addressing local and global challenges. This seminar fosters critical thinking, civic responsibility, and a broader perspective on citizenship in a democratic society. Standards Offered: Civic Engagement: American Credit (Mastery Credit) Foundation of the American Government and Constitution of the United States American Identity: Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Themes in Global Citizenship (American Government) Future Readiness: Cognitive Empathy Unconditional Positive Regard Community Leadership INTERDISCIPLINARY SEMINARS PAGE MAKING A LAW .

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Stand out with a Pathways High Mastery Transcript! Document your skills & learning journeys, not just grades. Real-world evidence & project portfolios prepare you for college & careers. PROJECT-BASED LEARNING MASTERY TRANSCRIPT MASTERY TRANSCRIPT . OUR SAMPLE TRANSCRIPT FAQs Students demonstrate their knowledge during interdisciplinary seminars by submitting evidence into our learning management software. A mastery transcript is a flexible, non-traditional record of a student's achievements that highlights their competencies, skills, and learning experiences instead of using conventional grades. It is designed to provide a more comprehensive and personalized depiction of a student's abilities and readiness for future opportunities. DESIGN PRINCIPLES . How does the Mastery Transcript help learners and readers? Flexible, but Consistent Competencies are defined and certified by members; MTC does not mandate a specific set of skills. At the same time, we provide a consistent format so that readers can review our records with speed and accuracy. Compact, but Layered As digital, interactive documents, the Mastery Transcript and MTC Learning Record provide a compact “top layer” that can be quickly scanned, with additional information layered beneath for readers who want to dive deeper into a learner’s credentials. Equitable These records are created to serve learners from all backgrounds and to support them in a variety of post-high school goals, whether that be admission to a selective four-year university, placement at a community college, or entry into the workforce. No Grades on Mastery Transcripts MTC members don’t reduce learners to single numbers, but they do hold them to high standards. When learners master critical skills and content, they earn competencies which combine to create a clear, succinct visualization of each learner’s strengths. Learner-Centric, but Contextual Learners own their own profile page and can choose to feature particular projects and achievements. The published version remains an official record, and it contains information to help readers understand the learner’s achievements in the context of their school or program. OUR SAMPLE TRANSCRIPT . STUDENT STATEMENT . I use my skills to activate the voices of others and create an empathetic environment while giving back to my community. My drive to learn more about other cultures has sparked conversations and helped me on my journey to self-discovery. Your transcript is a resume; they can see all of the skills that I have because the real world is portfolio-based. Tate G; 12th grader MASTERY TRANSCRIPT CONSORTIUM . For each standard taught a student is required to have at least one piece of evidence in order to demonstrate proficiency or mastery. Students continue to submit evidence until they are consistently showing at least Proficiency (P) of a standard. No credit or partial credit can be given until proficiency, at minimum, is met for a standard. Students are encouraged to seek Mastery (M) prior to their transcript being generated upon graduation. We are a member of the Mastery Transcript Consortium (MTC) and were the first of four high schools in the nation to issue the mastery transcript in 2021. READ: TURNING THEORY INTO PRACTICE READ: PATHWAYS HIGH PIONEERING

Learn more about Pathways High's innovative approach to education. Explore how Project-Based Learning and a focus on diversity empower students to thrive. ABOUT PATHWAYS HIGH ABOUT PATHWAYS HIGH SCHOOL . Learn more about Pathways High School: January 2025 PUMA Times Feb. 14, 2025 PUMA Times Feb. 21, 2025 PUMA Times Feb. 28, 2025 March 2025 PUMA Times March 21, 2025 PUMA Times April 11, 2025 PUMA Times April 21, 2025 1 2 1 1/2

Ready to join our vibrant learning community? Learn more about enrolling at Pathways High and unleash your potential through Project-Based Learning. ENROLLMENT ENROLL AT PATHWAYS HIGH . ENROLLMENT PROCESS INQUIRY FORM OUR MISSION FAQs To learn more before enrolling, please download the 'Inquiry Form' Welcome to Pathways High; thank you for your interest in enrolling your student in our high school. Please read the entire page for information on our enrollment process. 2025-2026 ENROLLMENT APPLICATION Open House Flyer 2024-2025 TRANSFER APPLICATION ENROLLMENT INQUIRY FORM . Want to start your enrollment process with Pathways High? Please fill out the form below, and our Marketing, Recruitment, and Enrollment Manager will contact you within 1-2 business days. THIS IS NOT AN APPLICATION; our application can be found above. What happens next? ENROLLMENT PROCESS Student's Full Name Student Current Grade Student Current School Student's Passions or Interests Does your student have an IEP or 504b Plan? * Required Yes No Guardian Full Name Guardian Phone Number Guardian Email Thank you for submitting! Our Enrollment Manager will be in touch as soon as possible. Submit ENROLLMENT LOTTERY Charter schools are required by WI DPI to hold an annual lottery for enrollment. Applications for the following school year are due on December 15th. For the 2024-2025 Academic Year we will have: 45 9th grade seats 30 10th grade seats 30 11th grade seats 25 12th grade seats 12 IMPACT seats Once these seats are filled, applicants will be added to a waitlist. A lottery will be used to select students from the waitlist. I’ve never been to a high school where students believed so much in their school, and embodied what their school meant. - Leah G; A ssociate Professor of Communication Design at MIAD WILL YOU JOIN US ?

This page describes the diverse extracurricular opportunities that Pathways High offers. We offer sports, clubs, and theater at our school. EXTRACURRICULARS. At Pathways High, students have the chance to explore opportunities beyond the classroom through our diverse extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and theater. These programs enrich their learning experience and foster personal growth. All offerings are students informed and driven, so students may work together to create new opportunities if they desire. Pathways High Extracurricular Opportunities Sports At Pathways High, we believe sports play a vital role in shaping well-rounded individuals. Our athletics program encourages teamwork, discipline, and perseverance, while fostering school spirit and a sense of community. We are a member of the Indian Trails Conference. Clubs All clubs are entirely student-driven and student-led, offering endless opportunities for creativity, leadership, and exploration! These clubs take place after school and are supported by at least one staff advisor to provide guidance and ensure success. Theater Step into the spotlight with Pathways High's vibrant Theater Department! Whether you're an aspiring actor, director, or stage crew enthusiast, our program offers students the chance to explore their creative talents both on and off the stage. Sports Clubs Theater