Rose Academies Blog: Learn About Alternative Education

Emotional Wellness in High School: Mental Health in Teens

October 19, 2022

October is Emotional Wellness Month! Taking time out of a busy school season to recognize emotional wellness means spending time disconnecting and giving the brain some TLC. Maintaining a healthy emotional balance helps high schoolers to make healthy choices, have good relationships, avoid burnout, and achieve their goals. Emotional health is one aspect of mental […]

Embracing The Art of Learning at the Rose Academies

October 19, 2022

What does the “The Art of Learning” mean? There is a concept found in traditional Japanese martial art systems known as “Shu-Ha-Ri.” This term refers to the three distinct phases of learning – anything at all. Along with these three phases is also a concept known as “DŌ” (sounds like dough), which refers to the […]

Video Blog: Student/Teacher Ratio in September 2022

September 14, 2022

There are many factors that determine the quality of education a student will receive from their school. One factor that remains undisputed is the Student-to-Teacher Ratio. Generally speaking, smaller classes facilitate better learning environments, so much so that many states have legislation in place to limit the number of students assigned to each teacher. Here […]

How Flexible Scheduling Helps Students Graduate Confidently

September 12, 2022

Traditional high schools expect all students to fit into a single mold: same classes, same start time, same expectations. But students aren’t all the same. Some work late shifts. Some face health or family challenges. Others simply need more control over their schedule to succeed. That’s where a flexible school schedule makes all the difference. […]

Does High School Prepare Students for the Real World?

September 12, 2022

Some parents wonder; “does school prepare you for the real world?” The concern being that high schools aren’t actually equipping students for life after graduation. As young adults step out into a world that demands versatility and adaptability, many find that their high school experience has left them underprepared for the challenges ahead. This blog […]

How to Beat Back to School Blues: Easing the Transition

August 15, 2022

If you’re feeling some anxiety about the end of summer and going back to school, you’re not alone. Many students feel some dread about getting back in the classroom. The good news is, that this feeling is likely temporary, and you’ll be back into the swing of things in no time! But, if that idea […]

Can I go Back to High School After Dropping Out?

August 15, 2022

It’s never too late to finish high school. Earning your diploma is often the first step towards a successful future and there might be more options for getting there than you think! If you’re 21 years old or younger, you can go back to high school, in-person, and walk across the stage at graduation to […]

Rose Academies’ Video Blog – High School Diploma

August 10, 2022

It can be a struggle to get through high-school: you may find yourself a few credits behind, feel discouraged by the social environment of a traditional high-school, or have other challenges outside of school with work or family; but there are options for graduating, even if you’ve gotten off-track! Earning your diploma can turn your […]

Is Remote Learning Bad?: Effects on High School Students

July 25, 2022

Like it, many students have been forced to become remote learning experts in recent years. Criticisms of remote learning include it being confusing, prone to technical issues, and just downright boring compared to being in a traditional classroom, but many students found upsides as well. Ease of teacher communication, a more self-paced learning environment, and […]

Can High School Students Take College Classes?