Our mission is to create a learning community that empowers individuals to become purposeful. We work everyday to do that in our own educational setting, but that mission extends beyond our walls. The word “individuals,” as written in our mission statement, does not just apply to our students–it applies to educators, parents, administrators, and advocates.
As a nationally recognized lab school, VNS staff and students have trained numerous educators and guided the start-up or redesign of over 150 schools across the Midwest, nationally, and even internationally. VNS staff have presented at scores of conferences. Additional accolades include Charter of the Year (2009) and Charter Innovator of the Year (2010) awards from the Wisconsin Charter School Association, 2010 Fox Cities Youth Alliance Service Award from the Volunteer Center of East-Central WI, and one of America’s Top High Schools by Newsweek (2015). VNS is recognized by the Innovative Schools Network and EdVisions Cooperative.
Individuals and teams are invited to immerse themselves in the culture and academic process at Valley New School, or request to work with VNS staff and students at your own site.
Contact us via email or (920) 852-5605 to learn how Valley New School can help you!