Research Triangle High School

My oldest child (not on the PLP) would have floundered at a large public high school, floating along the seas of 600 classmates and doing "fine." Meanwhile, at RTHS, he has excelled, academically and personally. My younger child started on the PLP system this year. While I freely admit it isn't for everyone, he has gained great insights into how he learns best. I feel he's going to be more prepared for college than so many high school grads who expect to be given a strict set of directives with one method of accomplishing them. And let's be honest - kids don't pay attention 100% of the time in class, so having a rewind button to "attend" that video lesson again is a Godsend. Students are not coddled by the administration - nor are they left hanging - so consider whether you want more independence or more hand holding for your high schooler before enrolling. I'm a fan of flipped learning, the PLP system, and RTHS.

Recently charters schools have been getting a bad rap. Please do not listen to negativity when considering RTHS for your child. My daughter has attended parochial, public and now is a student at RTHS. I never met a more caring staff than at RTHS. The teachers, administration and faculty all have an interest in your child's success. From the stunning facility that they own to the labs where your child will achieve their academic goals, you will not find a better high school in the triangle.

So proud to have been a member of the first graduating class. Those 4 years went by so fast, then again, when I think about the things I did, I begin realize how long the journey was.

My son loves it. Loves the teachers, the STEM classes offered, the academic challenges available, all the clubs and activities, the location and the benefits from the partnerships with RTP companies such as Biogen, etc.

Awesome STEM charter school eith excellent staff. They care about and support students. They push students to excel.