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Welcome to The Weidner School of Inquiry @PHS

The Weidner School of Inquiry @PHS is a unique small learning community that utilizes project based learning to create adaptive learners who have the necessary skills to thrive in an ever changing global economy in which firm ground no longer exists and many jobs have yet to be invented. We believe these key skills include not only content knowledge but the ability to access and process information, to think creatively and critically, and to effectively communicate and leverage our ideas to an ever broadening personal network.

Culture that Empowers

Trust, respect, and responsibility are the hallmarks of our culture. At New Tech schools, students and teachers alike have exceptional ownership of the learning experience and their school environment. Working on projects and in teams, students are accountable to their peers and acquire a level of responsibility similar to what they would experience in a professional work environment.

Teaching that Engages

Project-based learning is at the heart of our instructional approach. In project-based learning, learning is contextual, creative, and shared. Students collaborate on projects that require critical thinking and communication. By making learning relevant to them in this way, student engagement reaches new levels. This higher level of engagement is associated with better educational outcomes.

Technology that Enables

The smart use of technology supports our innovative approach to instruction and culture.  With access to Web-enabled computers and the latest in collaborative learning technology, every student becomes a self-directed learner who no longer needs to rely primarily on teachers or textbooks for knowledge and direction. We use Echo, an online learning management system to create a vibrant network which helps students, teachers, and parents connect to each other, and to student projects across the country.

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