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Nokomis Regional High

Nokomis Regional High, nominated by Center on Reinventing Public Education and Great Schools Partnership, is a high school in Newport, Maine that describes itself as a public district school serving learners from a primarily rural area.

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Why Nokomis Regional High was nominated

Nokomis is a rural school with significant poverty who over the last 8 years has implemented a thoughtful proficiency-based learning system. They are a model for how to transform a school through significant professional development for teachers with an unwavering focus and direction., Nokomis has dedicated over ten years to transforming its instructional model to immerse students in meaningful learning experiences that relate to their interests and passions. Students learn through project-based learning, interdisciplinary courses, and career exploration units. Staff are encouraged to bring their expertise and interest into classes, and several have collaborated with each other to create interdisciplinary classes.