Terra Nova School

Student-Driven

education centered on each student's individual growth and interests.

Hands-on, innovative learning rooted in real-world experiences. Outdoor education that inspires exploration and discovery. Competency-based learning that builds independence & life skills.

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Place Based We meet students where they are, working with families to provide flexible learning opportunities that fit their individual needs and circumstances.

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Life Skill DevelopmentStudents build practical skills, confidence, and independence that prepare them for life beyond the classroom.

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Out-of-the-ClassroomStudents learn beyond the classroom through field experiences, outdoor adventures, and hands-on opportunities that connect learning to the real world.

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Project-Based LearningStudents pursue their passions and academics at the same time by earning credit for projects they design.

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Outdoor EducationStudents learn through hands-on experiences that connect them with nature and the world around them.

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Service LearningStudents engage with their community through meaningful service opportunities that build empathy, responsibility, and real-world connections.

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Authentic AssessmentAdvisors integrate state standards into student projects, with progress measured through competencies, presentations, project credits, life skills, and a capstone project.

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Flexible Work OpportunitiesStudents can balance their education with employment while developing responsibility, independence, and real-world skills.

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Opportunities for Student AutonomyStudents take responsibility for their learning, developing autonomy through meaningful choices, self-direction, and opportunities to take ownership of their education.