High School Suitability Quiz

This quiz will help you identify what factors are most important for you and your child when choosing a high school. Each question helps assess different aspects of potential high schools that might align with your child's experiences in a microschool and their personal learning preferences.

Instructions: Answer each question, noting which options you most agree with. At the end, the predominant letter you've chosen could suggest the type of high school environment that might best suit your child.

1. Which statement best describes your learning preference? *

A) Prefers hands-on projects and experiential learning.

B) Thrives in structured, traditional learning environments with clear expectations.

C) Enjoys a mix of structured lessons and independent exploration

D) Is drawn to tech, innovation, and forward-thinking projects

2. What size school do you believe would best suit you? *

A) Small, with a close-knit community feeling.

B) Large, with many opportunities for diverse activities and programs.

C) Medium, balancing personalized attention with a range of opportunities.

D) Size doesn't matter as much as the quality of the educational programs.

3. How important is the integration of technology into the curriculum? *

A) Very important – prefers schools that utilize cutting-edge technology.

B) Somewhat important – appreciates but doesn't rely solely on technology.

C) Neutral – comfortable with traditional and technological methods.

D) Less important – prefers more traditional methods of instruction.

4. What type of educational focus do you find most appealing? *

A) STEM-focused curriculum that prepares students for tech-driven fields.

B) Liberal arts education that covers a broad spectrum of subjects.

C) Vocational training that prepares for specific careers.

D) A curriculum that is adaptable to student interests, possibly project-based, and passion-driven.

5. What level of parent and community involvement do you expect in the school? *

A) High involvement, with many opportunities for parents to engage.

B) Moderate involvement, with some events and parent-teacher interactions.

C) Minimal – prefers the school to manage educational activities independently.

D) Flexible – involvement should adapt to the needs of students and families.

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