About Our School
Welcome to Insight School of Wisconsin!
Insight School of Wisconsin is an alternative high school serving students in grades 9-12 that meet the Wisconsin Statute definition of at-risk. Any student being admitted to Insight must be either a 5+ year senior OR meet at least two of the following criteria:
- Credit deficiency- defined by their grade level and the number of credits they have towards our graduation goal:
- Sophomores- 1st semester- 0 credits
- Sophomores- 2nd semester- 2.5 credits or less
- Juniors-1 st semester- 5 credits or less
- Juniors- 2nd semester- 7.5 credits or less
- Seniors- 1st semester- 10 credits or less
- Seniors- 2nd semester- 12.5 credits or less
- Academically Deficient (as evidenced by local or state testing showing the student is at least two years behind their grade-level counterparts)
- Adjudicated Delinquent
- History of Truancy
- Will be or is a parent
Insight students are paired with an adult engagement mentor who supports them from enrollment through graduation and beyond. These mentors meet with students regularly, offering encouragement and guidance to help them stay motivated — not only in their classes, but also in learning, planning, and growing into their future selves. Insight teachers deliver engaging, high-quality curriculum and provide the academic support, encouragement, and opportunities students need to succeed in every class. Graduating with a high school diploma ensures that doors remain open for our students as they move into adulthood, empowering them to pursue their goals and future opportunities with confidence.
Benefits of Online Schooling with ISWI
While the benefits of a personalized education experience will be different for each student, some of the main advantages ISWI families enjoy are as follows:
- Public school at home empowers families to control their school environment.
- Students work at their own pace, adjusting the amount of time they spend on topics based on their rate of understanding.
- Online school allows families to balance learning with other commitments such as work, extracurricular activities, or family responsibilities.
- Learning online helps students expand their understanding as students from various backgrounds come together in virtual classrooms to exchange ideas and perspectives.
- Online learning hones digital literacy skills, a crucial competence in the modern workforce.
ISWI at a Glance
Open to full-time, Wisconsin residents in grades 9–12 who are 20 years old or younger on the first day of the school year* and who meet the definition of “at risk”**
Independent and live course work
Work experience opportunities
Extended school year option
Student support team
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The Support You and Your Student Need
Our teachers are committed to helping your family succeed with online learning. They provide instruction and support as your child works through the curriculum. And they keep the lines of communication open through:
PHONE
ONLINE “CLASS CONNECT” SESSIONS
ONLINE AND IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES
You’ll also receive textbooks and other hands-on education materials delivered right to your door! These offline materials complement the interactive online elements of the lessons and vary by grade and course.
*Students who turn 21 while enrolled may remain enrolled until the end of the current term. High school students must also be able to demonstrate completion of the eighth grade through official transcript or homeschool portfolios.
**State criteria for being At Risk Designated is taken from statutory language.