STORIES
Hear how our teen members create paths that work for them
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LoieCurrent Raritan TeenLoie 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. -
LukeCurrent Princeton TeenAs 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. -
GavinCurrent Princeton TeenGavin 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. -
KorbenCurrent Raritan TeenAfter years of looking into different learning environments, Korben found the freedom at RLC to find the meaning in what he learned. -
JamieAlumni, Raritan 2018-2019Jamie 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. -
JacobAlumni, Princeton 2015-2019Jacob 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. -
SapphireAlumni, Bucks 2015-2019Sapphire 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. -
SamAlumni, Princeton 2016-2018Sam 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. -
JolieAlumni, Raritan 2018-2019At 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. -
NathanielAlumni, Princeton 2013-2017In school Nathaniel felt constant pressure to perform, to be perfect. At PLC, he pursued his passions out of authentic desire and curiosity. -
KonstantinAlumni, Princeton 2013-2016At PLC, Konstantin had the freedom and flexibility to develop his strengths in filmmaking instead of spending all his time and energy on his weaknesses. -
IsabellaAlumni, Princeton 2015-2016In school, Isabella was frustrated she couldn’t study math at a higher level. PLC gave her time and freedom to pursue math and other passions. -
SaraAlumni, Princeton 2015-2016Sara found it difficult to make it through a full school day. At PLC, she was a cheerful, enthusiastic leader of the community. -
KCAlumni, Princeton 2012-2015KC felt silenced and stifled in school. At PLC she laughed again and led us in ways big and small. -
AshlinAlumni, Princeton 2013-2014In school, Ashlin felt disconnected from her peers. Her confidence returned at PLC where she found a welcoming community and work she cared about. -
CammyAlumni, Princeton 2012-2014Cammy battled anxiety over homework and deadlines. With PLC she could pursue her passions on her own terms. -
BenAlumni, Princeton 2010-2015Ben loved computers and electronics and wasn't getting enough in school. At PLC his interests connected him to the wider world.