Microschool
Interested in learning more about the CN Microschool? Please fill out our survey here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeyzDu2vcLHl9tk5ovTMrslDXWFjeAuSFPvxE5Bd8_lCXGL_Q/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=101300953339594703446
Central Noble is excited to move forward with additional research in order to introduce a new learning pathway within our Jr/Sr High setting. We are seeking your parent/guardian feedback to help determine student need for this to be a viable option to offer in the 2026-2027 school year.
As the world changes, CN is committed to providing students with a variety of pathways to reach their full potential. Before any final decisions are made, it is important for us to understand the level of family interest and approximate student enrollment.
A microschool is a small learning community where students learn in a smaller cohort with dedicated teachers. Microschools are designed to offer families additional options—they do not replace what is already working at the school and for the student.
This approach keeps choices right here at CN, making school more accessible while allowing the district to determine each microschool’s focus based on student needs. Research shows families are seeking options: in a 2024 survey, 72% of parents considered a different school for at least one child, and 81% of microschools that track academic growth reported 1–2 years of academic gains in a single school year.
Microschools use an open methodology, meaning no single educational philosophy drives the model. Over time, multiple microschools with different focus areas and learning levels could be developed across the district.
Scheduling and location would be flexible and based on student needs. Central Noble is exploring a pilot microschool for grades 8+, with careful monitoring of attendance, engagement, academic progress, and progress toward graduation.
This proposed program would complement our school's mission by offering a specialized learning environment built around four key pillars.
- Place-Based Learning: We integrate our local Noble County assets—from small businesses to natural resources—directly into the curriculum, making learning tangible and local.
- Personalized Mastery: We empower students to take ownership of their pace, ensuring they fully master a concept before moving forward, which builds a rock-solid foundation for college or career.
- Community Agency: We foster a culture of contribution, where students work on real-world projects that benefit our neighbors and local organizations.
- Flexibility: We provide a workspace that allows for deep focus and self-management, helping students develop the professional habits they will need in the modern workforce.