STORIES
Hear how our teen members create paths that work for them
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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. Starting in the fall of 2020, Jamie will attend the University of Connecticut. -
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. -
KorbenCurrent Raritan TeenAfter years of looking into different learning environments, Korben found the freedom at RLC to find the meaning in what he learned. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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.