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The NET Charter High School: Gentilly
The NET Charter High School: Gentilly, nominated by Big Picture Learning, EdSurge, and an anonymous organization, is a middle/high school in New Orleans, Louisiana, that describes itself as a public charter school serving learners from a primarily urban area.
Location New Orleans, Louisiana
Governance Public Charter School
Grades Middle, High
Students 135
Locale Urban
Principal Dr. Christina Hull
Demographics
Percentage of students*
7%
English Learners
81%
Free/Reduced Lunch
31%
Students with Disabilities
African American or Black 94%
American Indian/Alaska Native —
Asian 1%
Hawaiian or Pacific Islander —
Hispanic or Latino 3%
White 1%
2+ Races —
Why The NET Charter High School: Gentilly was nominated
As a school in the Big Picture Learning network, this school supports the organizational mission of activating the potential of Schools, Systems, and Education through student-driven, real-world learning. Its design helps to scaffold and facilitate student learning aligned with the "10 Expectations" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K96c-TGnSf4) and it is organized to implement the "10 distinguishers" (https://www.bigpicture.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=389353&type=d&pREC_ID=902235) to deliver "one kid at a time" personalized learning situated in the communities it serves., The Net has an alternative school model driven by the mission to "provide struggling students with the skills, confidence, and experiences necessary to succeed in the education and career paths of their choice." The school has a strong commitment to equity and access "built on the belief that alternative schools should not punish or "fix" young people; they should be vibrant, flexible, and restorative environments that support students in being their best selves.", The school, which added a second campus last year, currently serves just over 300 students between ages 15 and 21. About half of the student population is affected by mental health issues. Over one-third struggle with substance abuse. A quarter are involved in the judicial system. Forty percent are either homeless or have an unstable housing situation. And about 20 percent are pregnant or parenting. This school is doing remarkable work to support teen mothers. Learn more here about how they're supporting this population of students: https://www.edsurge.com/news/2018-11-27-teen-mothers-need-a-lot-of-support-this-new-orleans-school-actually-provides-it.,
Student experience design
Belonging We believe that we learn best when we are in a community where adults and students respect, support and challenge each other. Independence We believe that we are each unique individuals with agency and responsibility for our own learning and achievement. Mastery We believe we can achieve amazing things when we hold each other accountable for ambitious levels of growth. Generosity We believe that when we act generously toward ourselves and others, we build a better world.
Core Practices
| Core Practices | Length of Use |
|---|---|
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All Courses Designed For Inclusion |
5+ years
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Internships |
5+ years
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Multi-tiered System Of Support (MTSS) In Academics |
5+ years
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Project-based Learning |
5+ years
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Restorative Practices |
5+ years
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All Practices
Advancement On Mastery
Assessments For Agency And Self-directed Learning
Assessments For Career Readiness
Assessments For Deeper Learning
Assessments For Social-emotional Skills
Blended Learning
Career Exploration
College Advising & Support
Community And Workforce Partnerships
Family And Community Support Services
Competency/mastery-based Education
Culturally Responsive Practices
Disaggregated Data On Student Participation
Early College High School
Flexible Staffing & Alternative Teaching Roles
Grading Policies Focus On Mastery
Higher Education Partnerships
Industry-recognized Credentials
Industry-aligned Learning Pathways
Interoperable Data From Multiple Technologies
Individual Learner Profiles
Mental Health Services
Multi-age Classrooms
No Tracked Classes
Peer To Peer Support
Performance Based Assessment
High Quality Instructional Materials
Reallocation Of Resources For Students Most In Need
SEL Integration School-wide
Student-led Conferences
Students Access Their Own Data
Self-paced Learning
Students Develop Projects
Trauma-informed Practices
Universal Design For Learning
Youth Employment Programs
Career Prep
key reasons for innovating
Address chronic absenteeism
Improve academic achievement
Improve student mental health
Date Updated: 4/1/2026
*Canopy profile data is self-reported or sourced from NCES data, then verified by school leaders.