Alternative School Has No Grades, Tests, Homework; Here's How It Works
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Adrienne Bergthold sent her son, Jasper, to the Arts and Ideas Sudbury School, a K-12 school based on the philosophy of allowing kids to make their own decisions about education. The school has no grades, tests, or homework. Students learn by playing and pursuing their interests, with staff members guiding them. The school follows the Sudbury School educational philosophy, where students make decisions about their own education and participate in making and enforcing school rules. There is no formal curriculum or classrooms, and students have the freedom to play outside, work on projects, or attend workshops on topics they are interested in. The school also offers field trips and activities organized by the students. The only requirement is that students attend school for five consecutive hours, including the core hours of 11-3 p.m. To receive a diploma, students write and defend a thesis about how they have prepared for the real world. Jasper graduated in 2023 and is currently taking a gap year before attending college. The school provides a stress-free environment for students to fall in love with learning and encourages interaction between students of different ages. The author believes that the school gave her son a happy childhood and helped him grow into a secure adult.

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