Camas, WA — Hayes Freedom High School honored 41 graduates on Saturday during Commencement exercises at Liberty Middle School. The school just completed its 10th year, and featured several speakers, songs, and a special number by Jenny Huckvale, who was part of the first Hayes Freedom graduating class of 2008. The school provides opportunities for youth who thrive in smaller class sizes. Hayes Freedom High School is a community of learning with high expectations, caring and hope. The educational culture supports learning and growth, is intentional, connects with the community, and is reflective. The curriculum and instruction gives opportunity, direction for a new beginning and hope to every student.
School’s Core Beliefs
- Students thrive in a small caring community
- The student/teacher relationship promotes the unique success of all students
- Students receive more personal attention in a smaller environment when directed and supported by adults who know them well
- Guidance and learning occurs best within a respectful and nurturing relationship
- Intellectual development is essential to academic success and personal fulfillment
- Curriculum and instruction should engage the talents and abilities of each student
- Hayes Freedom will provide avenues to empower students to make change
- There are many ways to learn and demonstrate academic skills
- The curriculum and instruction are responsive, flexible, and creative
- Students demonstrate responsibility by contributing to their community
- Student commitment is essential to their own success and learning
To learn more, visit: http://schools.camas.wednet.edu/hayesfreedom
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