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A LEARNING COMMUNITY THAT EMPOWERS INDIVIDUALS TO BECOME PURPOSEFUL ADULTS Valley New School (VNS) provides an unusual environment in several ways.
No separate classrooms, but a large, open, business-like space. No rows of desks, but pods of L-shaped workstations with a computer shared by each pair of students. No “teachers,” but an advisor assigned to each group of approximately 16 students. No bells, but time-management placed essentially in the hands of individual students. No individual classes, but student-directed research projects. The curricular focus of the VNS model is rooted in the concept that each person is his/her own best teacher. Instead of formal, subject-oriented classes, students develop their own learning experiences based on their interests and passions. Students work with parents and advisors to develop and complete comprehensive research projects (approximately 1000 hours of documented work per year). Completed projects are evaluated and credit is granted based on the quality and breadth of each student’s work. The educational goals at VNS center on empowerment of the entire school community. Students, staff, and parents are encouraged to take responsibility and ownership of the learning model. Students become independent, self-motivated, lifelong learners as they develop their individual talents. Numerous opportunities for community involvement and connection nurture the ethic of community responsibility as students prepare to continue their educational paths. Valley New School offers 64 students in grades 7-12 the opportunity to learn in an integrated, project-based environment. VNS provides unprecedented access to technology, an active focus on the community, and a student-advisor ratio of 16 to 1. The school has been designated as a national “lab school” for project-based learning by the Gates-EdVisions organization and, as such, provides an example and leadership in best practices for this learning model.
10/30/2026
🧠 VNS students learn how to learn!
At Valley New School, learning goes beyond memorizing facts. Students explore topics they’re passionate about, dive deep into their questions, and develop the skills to become lifelong learners. Through student-driven projects, curiosity leads the way!
10/29/2026
🎃 Halloween fun at VNS! 👻
From our costume contest to pumpkin carving with the Luedtke Advisory, our students brought plenty of creativity and Halloween spirit to the day! 🧡🖤
10/29/2026
Curious about VNS? 💙 Join us for an upcoming Public Information Event to learn more about our unique approach to learning, our community, and what makes VNS special! We’d love to meet you and show you what learning at VNS is all about. 🔥
10/28/2026
💙 Growth happens through relationships. At VNS, students build lasting connections with advisors who know them, support them, and help them grow from start to finish.💙
10/26/2026
🎯 At VNS, students take ownership of their learning by setting goals, tracking their growth, and building the skills they need for the future. Learning with purpose, growing with confidence! 💙
10/23/2026
10/23/2026
🏃♀️ VNS students stay active! From Active Start and YMCA Mondays to competing in high school sports, movement and wellness are a big part of our community. 💪
10/21/2026
🔥 Event Night 1 was a success! 🔥
Our students did a fantastic job preparing and presenting their projects, and we’re proud of the time, effort, and hard work they put into making the evening a success. Thank you to everyone who came out to support our students and the VNS community! ❤️
10/09/2026
Families, friends, alumni--you're all invited! The world is our classroom! Last day for the $300 discount!
06/01/2026
Great day of advisory bonding at Valley New School!
The Luedtke Advisory spent the day exploring and learning at Ledge View Nature Center, while The Fourness Advisory hit the trails for a hike at High Cliff State Park.
A day filled with fresh air, adventure, and community!
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122 E. College Avenue, Suite 2B
Appleton, WI
54911
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| Monday | 7:55am - 3:15pm |
| Tuesday | 7:55am - 3:15pm |
| Wednesday | 7:55am - 3:15pm |
| Thursday | 7:55am - 3:15pm |
| Friday | 7:55am - 3:15pm |
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