Wildwood ALC

Wildwood ALC Self-directed microschool located in Boone NC. Link to help rebuild after Helene https://tinyurl.com/3efewze5

Our mixed age learning environment is rooted in trust, self-direction, liberation, social responsibility, personal growth and PLAY.

Come see what Wildwood is all about at our last Open House of the year on April 28th! We play games, try experiments, en...
04/14/2026

Come see what Wildwood is all about at our last Open House of the year on April 28th! We play games, try experiments, enjoy time outside, meet new friends, share our interests, and so much more. Want to try Dungeons and Dragons? Make your own needle-felted animal? Create an artistic mask? Whip up a battling scribble robot? Discuss mythological creatures or historical civilizations? At Wildwood, you choose your own path and join an inclusive community based on consent and shared decision-making. Everyone has a voice! Check out our flyer for more info and RSVP through the link below!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfq2kQEAA0UjGfjMu7neauKa5uRA3cMI73rr9kIuRm_Het0jg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Wildwood is accepting applications for 26/27 starting February 25! Limited spots are available. Please contact us at adm...
02/14/2026

Wildwood is accepting applications for 26/27 starting February 25! Limited spots are available. Please contact us at [email protected] before February 25 if you are interested in Wildwood, have questions, or would like to schedule a visit. We also have an open house coming up for anyone interested in seeing what Wildwood is all about. (See flyer below for details and how to sign up.)

We strive to make Wildwood accessible to all despite any financial restraint. We ask all residents of NC interested in possibly attending Wildwood to apply for the NC Opportunity Scholarship during the priority window which is open now and ends March 2! https://k12.ncseaa.edu/opportunity-scholarship/ The scholarship provides a significant reduction in tuition. It can be declined later on, so even if you are unsure about attending Wildwood, you can apply now with no risk. There may not be another chance to apply if the March 2 deadline is missed.

🌟 Join us for “A Mini-Wildwood Day” 🌟 Thursday, February 19th, 9:30am-11:30am Is your family interested in self-directed...
02/05/2026

🌟 Join us for “A Mini-Wildwood Day” 🌟
Thursday, February 19th, 9:30am-11:30am

Is your family interested in self-directed learning? Are you looking for a supportive learning environment filled with creativity, encouragement, and subject matter that expands beyond the basics? Curious about what kind of things happen here? At Wildwood we...

🌎 Plan each day, week, or year based on interest. The possibilities are endless! Some things we've enjoyed are: exploring quantum physics, improving upon our needle felting techniques, adventuring in Dungeons and Dragons campaigns, creating films and music, cooking and baking, lots of games, tag, imaginative play, and so much more! Everyone is a learner, and everyone is a teacher.
📝 Create and practice new community agreements together using consensus-based decision-making. Young people are empowered and have a voice.
💡Allow space for spontaneity, social connections, and new ideas to arise.
🤝 Have a thriving community based on consent, partnership, and trust where we practice and support healthy communication.
❣️Aim to create a safe, inclusive, and affirming space.

This is a great chance to see what our amazing community is all about! Use the link below to sign up and/or get more info.

We can’t wait to meet you!

https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSfq2kQEAA0UjG.../viewform

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! We've had a busy year exploring our interests, creating and imagining together, and ...
12/30/2025

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year! We've had a busy year exploring our interests, creating and imagining together, and using agile tools to meet community needs! We are excited for what the next year will bring. You can check out a small 2025 recap in our digital newsletter. If you'd like to make a tax-deductible year-end gift to support inclusive, youth-centered education in the High Country, follow the link below and please share. Thanks for your support! https://omella.com/uj033

We couldn't meet as much in person at Wildwood this week because of all the snow, but we sure did have fun when we were ...
12/11/2025

We couldn't meet as much in person at Wildwood this week because of all the snow, but we sure did have fun when we were together! Lots of outside play in the snow and indoor cozy crafting and DnD. Wildwood is a rare program where everyone is disappointed when we don't get to meet, so snow days feel a little bittersweet.

Looking for a worthwhile cause to donate to this Giving Tuesday? Click the link to donate any amount to Wildwood ALC and...
11/29/2025

Looking for a worthwhile cause to donate to this Giving Tuesday? Click the link to donate any amount to Wildwood ALC and help us continue creating a space where young people feel seen, supported, and inspired. This community is truly one-of-a-kind, and your contribution makes a real, lasting difference in the lives of these kids. https://omella.com/uj033

We had a great time at Grandfather Mountain exploring the natural environment and learning about different animals. We s...
05/06/2025

We had a great time at Grandfather Mountain exploring the natural environment and learning about different animals. We saw otters, bears, eagles, cougars, and elk.

05/06/2025

Wildwood ALC is seeking individuals who are passionate about creating transformative, inclusive spaces that nurture young people’s agency while fostering a culture of mutual respect and collaboration. Learn more about our potential job positions for the 2025/26 school year and find out how to get in touch if you're interested below.

Facilitator Role - https://docs.google.com/document/d/16-we7xaudKrz4a0tVrhtWUQhXUz3xTq_acLuNZzV25o/edit?usp=sharing

Director of Operations/Facilitator Role- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1f4GenPTG0krNlIY0GNoBE8D41nj-haMOpGYpGT4ML5o/edit?usp=sharing

05/05/2025

You create the caption! What should real learning be? 👇

Grateful for recent community connections that brought us sweet snuggles, science in action, and meaningful conversation...
05/05/2025

Grateful for recent community connections that brought us sweet snuggles, science in action, and meaningful conversations about restorative justice. 💛
Dr. Cooper from Appalachian Veterinary Ultrasound taught us the science behind ultrasound imaging while performing an ultrasound on Bella, a sweet pregnant bulldog. 💕
We got to spend time snuggling baby goats and learning how they are cared for 🐐
We’ve been discussing alternatives to traditional criminal justice systems and were lucky to have a visit from folks at the Mediation and Restorative Justice Center (MRJC). We learned how they reduce and repair harm by using restorative processes to increase respect, peace, productivity, and safety in communities. Such approaches focus on accountability, rehabilitation, and community support rather than just punishment...which led to some awesome reflections around how we use these practices at Wildwood and how they can be applied on a larger scale. You can learn more about their mission at [https://www.mrjc.us/](https://www.mrjc.us/).✨

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Boone, NC

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Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm

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