We were proud to be highlighted by Education Reimagined as part of their collection of learner-centered environments. Here’s what they had to say: What happens when you build a staff of educators with a focus on mindset over content knowledge? At Northwest Passage High School (NWPHS), this approach has generated an unwavering commitment to learner-centered education, high… Read More

Our director Peter Wieczorek was recently sat down for an interview to discuss student-centered learning and staff development. A Conversation with Peter Wieczorek

  Theresa Boisjolie, a special education teacher at Northwest Passage High School, was recognized as one of three outstanding teachers at this year’s Minnesota Association of Alternative Programs annual conference. She has been with the school since its inception as Coon Rapids Learning Center 15 years ago. She began as a paraprofessional, tallying hours, handing… Read More

Bullying in schools has been a hot button topic among parents, teachers, administrators and students. Stories of bullying, including both physical and emotional abuse as well as cyber bullying, have made the headlines across the country. During the 2013 legislative session, the Minnesota House passed the Safe Schools for All bill, which had the support… Read More

Northwest Passage High School (NWPHS), Coon Rapids, has hosted several visitors from schools around the country in November and December. In November four members of the school planning team from Explore Charter School in Pulaski, Wis., spent the day with NWPHS Director Peter Wieczorek, along with the staff and students. “Our goal was to visit… Read More