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No bells. No classrooms. No limits. Our students personalize their education.
Memorize a Bunch of Facts? No Way. Our Students Learn How to Learn.
Voice. Choice. Meaningful relationships. That leads to engaged students.
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Data & Facts
93%
of VNS students demonstrate proficient/advanced skill in the “Community Membership” component of the VNS rubric.
6-12th
grades offered at VNS.
100%
of VNS Seniors are accepted in a post secondary program.
5,000
VNS students annually log nearly 5,000 hours of community service.
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VNS is intentionally small, we average 60-70 students.
VNS NEWS
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The upcoming winter session will focus on theater and theater arts, beginning January 7, 2026, with support from skilled arts teachers, peer helpers, and Special Education staff.
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Did you know that over 3,000 4K-12 Appleton Area School District students are enrolled in our 15 different free, public charter schools? Apply now!
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Donate new winter items to support AASD families in need from December 1, 2025, to January 30, 2026 (school days only) between 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM at the Welcome Center, 2701 N. Oneida Street, Appleton, WI.
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Learn more about the innovative and unique learning opportunities found only in the AASD. Join us from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in the Appleton West Emmanuel Gym (610 N. Badger Ave).
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AASD residents, watch your mailboxes, the newest District Digest is out!