Rich Township High School District 227

Academy Description

The Rich Township High School District 227 Star Academy is a non-traditional, project-based learning program. The goal is of the program is to immerse students in core courses through a hands-on, project-based curriculum that re-engages them towards academic success. Project-Based Learning (PBL) is an instructional methodology that encourages students to learn and apply knowledge and skills through an engaging experience. Star Academy is ideal for disengaged students who are credit-deficient, but the program is open to all students from both Rich Township campuses.

Students can choose to attend or be referred for admission into the program. Star Academy will create a differentiated instruction plan for each student that identifies individual success pathways for college and career. In addition to the hands-on learning opportunities, the Star Academy program allows students to earn a full credit for each course taken per semester. Because of Star Academy’s accelerated pace, students who are credit deficient will not only be able to master standards, but also recover credits at a quicker pace.