Loie didn’t like school. It brought up a lot of anxiety for her. The relaxed social environment at RLC and ability to control how she spends her time means way less anxiety and the ability to pursue her interests in her own way.

As a naturally self-directed learner, Luke felt his time was constricted in school with assignments and deadlines. At PLC, Luke is finally getting enough sleep and still spending plenty of time pursuing his interests and writing a self-assigned 30 page paper.

Gavin didn’t find the challenges in school that he longed to have with his learning. At PLC, he discovered the motivation to learn information that went far below the surface.

After years of looking into different learning environments, Korben found the freedom at RLC to find the meaning in what he learned.

Jamie felt overwhelmed with school, and was unable to devote time to subjects of real interest. At RLC, Jamie was able to work at a reasonable pace, follow subjects of interest and rekindle a love of learning. After moving on from RLC, Jamie started at University of Connecticut.

Jacob was fine in school, but wanted more. He lives for music – playing, writing, listening. Jacob’s used the freedom at PLC to learn a handful of instruments, join a band and record an EP.

Sapphire was succeeding in school but felt something was missing, like she was just marking time. At BLC, she created the life she’d always imagined.

Sam found it hard to concentrate in school because his interests weren’t represented. At PLC, he pursued his love of music production through his own deejaying business, as well as exploring his interests in business and horticulture.

At school, Jolie grew frustrated with putting all her energy towards just getting good grades. At RLC she was able to focus on learning and the things she loved.

In school Nathaniel felt constant pressure to perform, to be perfect. At PLC, he pursued his passions out of authentic desire and curiosity.