How is Pathways different from other public schools in the district?

Pathways is a public charter school, and in many ways, operates similarly to any other public school. However, the fact that it is a charter allows us the opportunity to pursue public education in a very innovative way and offer unique opportunities that are not otherwise available at other public schools in our district and elsewhere.

Where will Pathways be located?

Pathways will be located at the Mutual Mall (1043 S. Main St) next to City Hall.

Are there prerequisites for admission Pathways? 

No, Pathways is a public school.

Do you have to pay tuition to attend Pathways?

Pathways is a public school so no tuition is charged. Students may have an instructional fee similar to other West Bend School District Schools.

How many students will be involved in Pathways?

Will a student at Pathways be able to participate in co-curricular activities and sports?

At this time the plan is that students will have the opportunity to participate in co-curricular activities and athletics. Students will also be able to attend all high school and middle school functions.

What school will I be assigned to for sports, co-curricular activities and elective courses?

Students will be aligned to either East or West High School based upon the current enrollment rules set forth by the West Bend School District. At this time the plan is to have middle school students participate at Badger for sports, co-curricular activities and elective courses.

What electives will be offered?

The plan at this time is to allow students access to elective courses at Pathways, the high schools and middle schools.

Do students stay in Pathways once they are enrolled? 


We expect students to enroll with the expectation of completing a 6-year curriculum. We understand, however, that changing goals and priorities is a natural part of the high school experience. Students may fully integrate back into the regular middle and high school curriculum if it is determined that this is the best place.

How will the transcript for a Pathways student differ from that of another student?

Pathways will provide transcripts that reflect credit and grades for classes similar to the transcripts in the other West Bend School District Schools.

Will letter grades be assigned in Pathways? 

Yes

How will I know I am learning the complete curriculum for a class if I am earning credit through short seminars, projects and workshops?

All learning targets for complete classes will be entered into our software system at the beginning of each academic year. As students complete seminars, workshops and projects, they know exactly which targets have been met and which targets they have yet to complete. This will allow students to choose seminars that not only meet their interests, but also meet academic credit requirements. Parents, students and teachers are able to access and collaborate on student progress at any time.

What is an ILP?

ILP stands for individual learning plan. Each student at Pathways will have an ILP that is created specifically for their learning needs so they can hit grade level learning targets. Students at Pathways will also be creating a post-secondary educational plan for their selected career choice.

Will I be able to move at a faster or slower pace than my peers?

Yes! Differentiation and individualized learning are key foundations to the Pathways curriculum.  Students will be working to meet their unique needs, as reflected by their individualized learning plans. 

If I go to Pathways, does that mean I am planning to go straight to the workforce instead of college?

Not at all! Pathways students will be ready to be successful in credit bearing post-secondary coursework, post-secondary apprenticeships as well as the workforce; whichever they decide is the pathway for them!