About Us

Introduction
The Michigan Department of Education recently asked school districts statewide to explore methods for providing additional learning options for students. The plan adapted by Peck Community Schools has been designed to offer flexibility and focus on student progress through the curriculum without the constraints of the traditional seat time requirements in exchange for more accountability of demonstrated learning.

EDGE Program Overview
EDGE students will access and experience their curriculum in a blended setting, both on campus and outside of the school building and outside of traditional school hours. Certain graduation requirements, such as Physical Education, music programs, or other exploratory options, will still be provided onsite and will require the student to attend and participate.

Students enrolled in the EDGE program will continue to be exposed to curriculum and content presented by highly-qualified instructors and will be required to complete all of the high school graduation requirements for the State of Michigan as well as participate in the MME. Students must be enrolled in five or more courses and will be considered a full-time high school student. If they complete an online course early, they may enroll in another immediately. This also allows for the possibility of early graduation for motivated individuals. Part time, elective course options are also available for home-schooled students.
Those enrolled in the EDGE program are able to participate in all extra curricular activities and sports as long as all eligibility requirements are maintained.

A portion of a student’s time on-task may be spent online off campus.

Participants will also be assigned a “Mentor Teacher”, staffed by Peck High school who is physically accessible during the school day. Mentors are certified teachers and are also available via e-communication. Mentors will assist students as they progress through their courses successfully and assure that they are following the individual educational program that the students have designed for themselves.

Requirements
Self-motivated individuals are more apt to be successful in a program of this nature, as well as those who have strong time-management skills. Those wishing to be part of this program will be screened. Not all that apply may be accepted.

Students who wish to become part of this program must apply.   Applicants will complete an essay explaining in detail why they feel that this program will allow them to be more successful than the traditional school setting. Please refer to the Application Information page for application procedures and documents.

Successful applicants are subject to rules and regulations of Peck Community Schools and Peck High School, as outlined in the PHS student handbook. The only exceptions are in regard to attendance requirements that will be based on individual student programming.