Carleton Project
Tel:
(207) 521-1302
- A state-approved private alternative school, partnering with local communities to create educational pathways for students who have not found success in traditional school settings.
- The school is located in the historic downtown area of Houlton, Maine.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: 9-12
- Students: 23 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Alternative School Network |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9-12 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 2000 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 23 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 18% State avg.: 10% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 5 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 75% |
| Average Class Size | 10 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
School Notes
- Students need to be prepared to perform complex tasks in a modern world. The school is committed to providing an educational experience that offers a chance to learn the skills that go beyond content areas and focus on human development. The methods by which subjects are taught focus on processes that are central to problem-solving, group dynamics and inquiry within academic disciplines. These include a focus on both planning and goal setting. The results are unique to each student.The school curriculum and philosophy uphold the Guiding Principles of the Common Core State Standards, where each student will leave school as:
- I. A clear and effective communicator
- II. A self-directed and life-long learner
- III. A creative and practical problem solver
- IV. A responsible and involved citizen
- V. A collaborative and quality worker
- VI. An integrative and informed thinker
- Teachers and staff members determine academic goals for each class. In addition to content area, these goals include:
- Reading & Writing Across the Curriculum
- 21st Century Technology skills
- Time Management
- Live and Digital Presentations
- Problem-Solving
- Working Cooperatively
- Relevant and Meaningful Experiences
- Community Engagement
- Research Methods
- Career Preparation
- Senior Capstone Project
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Nearby Private Schools
- The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Carleton Project is Greater Houlton Christian Academy (0.1 miles away)
Show me:
- School Location Miles Grades Students
- HoultonGreater Houlton Christian Academy(Christian)Grades: PK-12 | 127 students
0.1 miles
27 School St
Houlton, ME 04730
(207) 532-0736 0.1 PK-12
127 - CaribouCircle Of LearningDaycare / PreschoolGrades: NS | 45 students
40.1 miles
1137 Presque Rd
Caribou, ME 04736
(207) 493-3394 40.1 NS
45 - Lee Grades: 9-12 | 212 students
57 miles
26 Winn Road
Lee, ME 04455
(207) 738-2252 57 9-12
212 - LincolnGreater Lincoln Christian Academy(Christian)Grades: NS-6 | 13 students
61.7 miles
Lincoln Christian fellowship
Lincoln, ME 04457
(207) 794-6867 61.7 NS-6
13 - Dover Foxcroft Grades: 9-12 | 400 students
93.9 miles
975 W Main Street
Dover Foxcroft, ME 04426
(207) 564-8664 93.9 9-12
400
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