WAY Program

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

450 E. Red Arrow Highway
Watervliet, MI. 49098
(269) 463-0897
(269) 463-7614 (Fax)

Director - Dave Kindt