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 Niles Program provides a personalized learning experience for students who struggle with traditional middle school or high school experience.
W-A-Y Niles opened its virtual doors in the fall of 2011. We expanded the program and are accepting applications
now. WAY Enrollment Form.
W-A-Y Niles 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 plans with a
Mentor around topics that truly appeal to them.
Each researcher has the opportunity to have access to technology and reliable internet connection when entering into W-A-Y. They communicate with their 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?
Niles Community Schools will provide:
- Computer Workstations
- Internet Connectivity
- Mentors
- Team Leaders
- On-Campus Learning Lab
The W-A-Y Program will provide:
- Content Experts
- Curriculum
- Assessment
- Standard Based Reporting System
- State Wide and International Online Learning Environment
Who can benefit from W-A-Y Niles?
- Homeschool Students
- Students with life circumstances that do not fit a traditional school schedule
- Working adolescents
- Students who are behind in credits
- And students who enjoy learning in a creative, fun W-A-Y!
Please contact the W-A-Y Forward Program at (269) 684-1532 for any further information, or visit the W-A-Y Niles website at https://www.wayprogram.net/our-schools/way-niles