The Forward-Thinking High School

Students should be active in and excited about their learning. School is the journey that leads to their futures. Quest Forward Academy challenges them, equipping them with the tools they will need to succeed in a rapidly changing world.

Combining rigorous academics with a solid framework of real-life, valuable skills, Quest Forward Academy is demanding, exciting, engaging—anything but boring.

2017

Founded

61

Students

10

Staff

Small and Mighty

Small class sizes, typically about 12 students, allow for active, project-based learning, personalization geared toward interests and goals, ample opportunities to accelerate, and the attention each student deserves from a mentor. The school will continue to grow toward a target of 256 students, with 64 students per grade.

Part of a Global Network

Quest Forward Academy Omaha is part of a global network of schools that offer Quest Forward Learning to their students. Built on a common vision for quality education and a shared course of study, each Quest Forward Academy is committed to rigorous academics, active learning, and personal growth.

A School Year that Makes Sense

The academic year consists of:

• Four terms, eight to nine weeks each
• Two-week fall Intersession
• Three-week winter Intersession
• Two-week spring Intersession

This schedule enables innovative, personalized programming for students. The Intersessions provide opportunities for:

• Intensive work in electives
• Internships or work experiences
• Independent projects
• A change of pace from the core academic content

A five-week Summer Session is also offered. The Summer Session provides students with opportunities to catch up in courses, as well as new opportunities for service learning, internships, project work, and electives.

• 8:00 a.m.: Academy opens. Students work on projects, enjoy breakfast, and get ready for the day.   
• 9:00 a.m.: Classes Begin
• 12:00 p.m.: Lunch
•  3:30 p.m.: Classes end. Club activities begin, as well as additional work time and mentor support.

During the regular terms, each class meets 5 times every 2 weeks. In addition to regular class meetings, students also have:

• Planning periods
• Open quest time
• One hour each day for electives and project work, which allows students to receive additional support

School lets out after morning classes every other Friday to provide time for professional development of staff and for students to engage in independent work.

Students also have regular opportunities for field trips and other exploratory projects in the surrounding community as part of our City as Campus program.