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WAY Program

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What is the W-A-Y Program?

One size does not fit all. Every student has their own unique interests, skills, and ways of learning. The W-A-Y Watervliet Program provides a personalized learning experience for students who struggle with traditional high school. 
 
W-A-Y Watervliet opened it's virtual doors in the fall of 2011. We expanded the program and are accepting applications now. 
 
W-A-Y Watervliet is an alternative approach that encourages self-esteem, independence,, and 21st century skills that will facilitate a college education and career path. 
 
Students in the W-A-Y Program become Researchers and develop customized standards-based learning paths with a Mentor around topics that truly appeal to them. 
 
Each researcher is equipped with a school owned computer and, if necessary, Internet connectivity within his or her home. They communicate with their Team Leader (Mentors) daily and collaborate with other Michigan and International W-A-Y researchers.
 
Highly-qualified W-A-Y teachers assess and align all projects according to state content standards, ensuring that each student completes the program with a high school diploma. 
 
 
 

What do we provide to the W-A-Y student?

 
Watervliet Public Schools will provide:
 
  • Computer Workstations
  • Internet Connectivity
  • Team Leaders
  • On-Campus Learning Lab

The W-A-Y Program will provide:
 
  • Content Experts
  • Curriculum
  • Assessment
  • Standard Based Grading and Reporting System
  • State Wide and International Online Learning Environment

Who can benefit from Watervliet W-A-Y?
 
  • Home-schooled Students
  • Students with life circumstances that do not fit a traditional school schedule
  • Working adolescents
  • Students who are behind in credits
  • Students who enjoy learning in a creative fun W-A-Y!
 
 
For More Information, contact Dave Kindt (WAY Director) at (269) 463-0897
dkindt@watervlietps.org
 
Watervliet WAY Program

Watervliet WAY Program

450 E. Red Arrow Highway
Watervliet, MI. 49098
(269) 463-0897
(269) 463-6809 (Fax)

Director - Dave Kindt


School Year Lab Hours
Monday = 10-3
Tuesday = 9-3
Wednesday = 10-3
Thursday = 11-3
Friday = 8:30-1
 
Summer Lab Hours
Monday - Thursday = 8-12:30
Friday = Closed