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Semester Programs in Wisconsin for High School Juniors
Conserve School:
Located just to the west of Land O' Lakes, Wisconsin, Conserve School is a non-sectarian semester school for high school juniors that focuses on environmental education. Semester school is a term used to describe a boarding school that complements a student’s secondary education by providing them with the opportunity to step out of their regular school for half an academic year and step into a uniquely different educational setting while continuing their required academic studies.
Residential Semester School for High School Juniors:
Our academic program is made up of two main types of courses, Core Courses and Continuity Courses. Core Courses are science and humanities courses unique to Conserve School. They are designed around environmental themes and include a component of outdoor activities. Continuity courses focus on keeping students up-to-date in the most sequential and skill-based academic subjects.
Core Courses:
- Environmental Science (Applied Ecology and Sustainable Systems)
- Advanced Topics in English (Wilderness Voices: American Literature and the Land)
- Advanced Topics in History (History of Wilderness Exploration: the Northwoods and Beyond)
- Physical Education (Pack, Pedal, and Paddle: Outdoor Skills and Activities)
Continuity Courses:
- Mathematics (Algebra II, Precalculus, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC)
- Modern Languages (Three flexible levels of Spanish, Other languages available through online courses, at addiitonal expense)
Electives and Online Courses:
- AP Environmental Science
- Earth Art
- Drawn to Nature
- Ceramics
- A wide variety of online courses are available through Wisconsin Virtual School
Address:
5400 North Black Oak Lake Road, Land O' Lakes, Vilas County, Wisconsin , USA
North Cedar Academy
Courses / Programs
With a beautiful and safe location in the Wisconsin Northwoods, North Cedar Academy (NCA) is a dual-enrolment private boarding high school for U.S. and international students in Grades 9-12.Students graduate with a high school diploma and an Associate in Arts (AA) degree from the University of Wisconsin Colleges (UWC). All of our courses are taught at Advanced Placement (AP) or college level.
Our collegiate high school is situated on ninety-six acres along the Flambeau River in Ladysmith, Wisconsin. We aim to provide motivated and committed students with a unique and innovative educational experience.
Boarding High School for Grades 9-12
We offer a full dual-credit program with students graduating with:
- A high school diploma
- An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from the University of Wisconsin Colleges (UWC)
We offer a full dual-credit program with students graduating with:
- A high school diploma
- An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from the University of Wisconsin Colleges (UWC)
St. John's Northwestern Academies, Milwaukee
Courses / Programs
Located in Delafield, a suburb of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, St. John's Northwestern Academies (SJNA) is a premier coed boarding and day school for Grades 6 through 12. St. John’s Northwestern Academies educates and develops young men and women into responsible citizens and moral and ethical leaders who are inspired to meet the world’s challenges.
We achieve this through foundational pillars of strong academics, enriching spiritual and character development, outstanding athletic programs, and effective leadership training in a secure and nurturing environment.
"Once you see our campus and learn about our rich heritage dating back to 1884, I believe you will appreciate how special St. John's Northwestern is." -Paul Edwin Lima, Major General, U.S. Army (Retired), President of SJNA
Coed Independent Boarding and Day School, Grades 6-12
- Middle School (6-8 Grade)
- High School (9-12 Grade)
- Middle School (6-8 Grade)
- High School (9-12 Grade)
Turning Winds Academic Institute (TWAI)
Courses / Programs
Located in northwestern Montana, Turning Winds Academic Institute (TWAI) is an accredited, family-run, therapeutic boarding school for troubled teens (boys and girls) ages 13-18 from Wisconsin and across the United States.In our beautiful, peaceful, and safe location, we combine the benefits of a therapeutic boarding school, a wilderness program, and a residential treatment center (RTC).
TWAI has been serving struggling teens and their families since 2002, with an exceptional degree of success.
We provide an extremely high standard of therapeutic treatment to our students, and offer help for the following presenting issues: poor academic performance, behavioral problems, addictions, low self-worth, spectrum disorders, ADD/ADHD, and attachment disorders among others.
With a passion for helping young people in crisis, our clinical, educational, and operations staff are among the best in the country.
We are a small program (40 students) which means that we are able to provide a truly unique and customized approach for every student.
Typically our on site student to staff ratio is 5:1. The average stay at our residential treatment center is 12 months.
Parent Testimonial:
"We feel reassured that our son Chad is in good hands being guided onto the right track...We are really beginning to get our son back again! We thank you from the bottom of our hearts."
Therapeutic Boarding School
For troubled teens ages 13-18
- Middle School Program
- High School Program
- Credit Recovery
- Accelerated Learning
- College Preparation/ AP Classes
- SAT/ACT Testing Center
- Anti-Bullying Program
We also provide a GED program, and college courses.
We create a customized program for each student that requires a minimum of 3 months. However, best results for lasting success are realized through 6+ months of treatment.
TWAI graduates average a 3.5 GPA. It is common for a student to complete 1.5 years of course work in 1 year.
For troubled teens ages 13-18
- Middle School Program
- High School Program
- Credit Recovery
- Accelerated Learning
- College Preparation/ AP Classes
- SAT/ACT Testing Center
- Anti-Bullying Program
We also provide a GED program, and college courses.
We create a customized program for each student that requires a minimum of 3 months. However, best results for lasting success are realized through 6+ months of treatment.
TWAI graduates average a 3.5 GPA. It is common for a student to complete 1.5 years of course work in 1 year.
Brehm School, Jackson County
Courses / Programs
Since 1982, Brehm Preparatory School has been empowering students with learning disabilities and differences to recognize and optimize their potential. Designed around the way each child learns best, an Individualized Holistic Education Plan (IHEP) integrates cognitive, academic, social, and behavioral strategies into a comprehensive program designed to educate the whole child.Brehm’s caring, highly qualified faculty and staff welcome students in grades 6 through 12+ into a dynamic new learning environment brimming with optimism. Working quickly to break down barriers, build trust, and rebuild self-confidence, they embrace students in a nurturing boarding school environment where each child feels accepted and supported.
This holistic experience produces students with the tools, skills, and confidence to become effective self-advocates and independent learners able to succeed in school, find fulfilling careers, and lead balanced multi-faceted lives.
Co-ed Boarding Program for Grade 6-12 Students with Learning Disabilities:
Cross-curricular competencies:
- Acquiring Information
- Communicating
- Reasoning
- Self-Management
- Using Technology
Curriculum includes:
- English
- Mathematics
- Social Science
- Science
- Physical Education/Health
- Fine Arts
- Foreign Languages
- Computers
- Learning Cognition
- Transition Electives...
Cross-curricular competencies:
- Acquiring Information
- Communicating
- Reasoning
- Self-Management
- Using Technology
Curriculum includes:
- English
- Mathematics
- Social Science
- Science
- Physical Education/Health
- Fine Arts
- Foreign Languages
- Computers
- Learning Cognition
- Transition Electives...
Youth Initiative High School
Courses / Programs
Located in Viroqua, southwest Wisconsin (45 minutes south of the city of La Crosse), Youth Initiative High School is a wonderfully unique day and boarding high school for US and international students in Grades 9-12. With our comprehensive high school curriculum, which uses the Waldorf model, we focus on academic excellence, whole person development, student governance, initiative, personal responsibility, and creativity in all aspects of our education.
In addition to our day students, Youth Initiative has successfully boarded students from the United States, Thailand, Mexico, Germany, Italy, France, Colombia, and around the world.
Our school helps place students with caring and engaged host families in our community and offers unique support through our Care Group system.
On the basis of the philosophy of the Waldorf curriculum, YIHS pursues a balance of academic rigor in the humanities, sciences, and foreign languages, compassion and cooperation in social life, and creativity and excellence in the practical and fine arts.
Day & Boarding High School Programs for US & International Students in Grades 9-12:
Core subjects include:
- Humanities, English, Science, Earth Science, Math, Language, Foreign Exchanges, Music, Art
Electives & Special programs include:
- Drama and Acting, Wilderness Expeditions, Experiential Learning, Organic Foods and Nutrition, Agricultural Studies, Sports, Student Governance, Independent Studies, Apprenticeships.
Core subjects include:
- Humanities, English, Science, Earth Science, Math, Language, Foreign Exchanges, Music, Art
Electives & Special programs include:
- Drama and Acting, Wilderness Expeditions, Experiential Learning, Organic Foods and Nutrition, Agricultural Studies, Sports, Student Governance, Independent Studies, Apprenticeships.
Orchard Lake St. Mary’s Prep
Courses / Programs
St. Mary's Preparatory, located in Orchard Lake (a suburb of Detroit), Michigan, is an accredited Catholic, all-boys college preparatory day & boarding school offering Grades 9-12. St. Mary's Preparatory is a four year secondary program of pre-college studies in a disciplined Catholic environment, preparing young men for future study and careers of service. The Prep has both a day student and boarding school program.
St. Mary's is accredited by the State of Michigan Board of Education, the Archdiocese of Detroit, and MNSAA/MANS. Almost 100% of our graduates attend college.
We exist to provide deserving young men the moral guidance, discipline, and education to become Christ-like models of service and leadership for the world.
By completion of our spiritual and educational model, these men gain the character, reverence, and fortitude to meet all challenges for the greater glory of God and their alma mater.
High-School Boarding Program for Boys in Grades 9-12:
College Preparatory Curriculum - core subjects include:
- Computer Science
- English
- Math
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Science (Biology, Chemistry)
- Languages (French, German, Latin, Polish, Spanish)
- Honors Programs
- Theology
- Athletics / Clubs...
College Preparatory Curriculum - core subjects include:
- Computer Science
- English
- Math
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Science (Biology, Chemistry)
- Languages (French, German, Latin, Polish, Spanish)
- Honors Programs
- Theology
- Athletics / Clubs...