Our Programs
Empowering the Next Generation
WYSE is designed to elevate the middle school experience with small class sizes, individualized curriculum, social-emotional support and outdoor education. Our programs include interest-based topics, problem-solving, and project-oriented group work to help our students intensify their curiosity and passion for learning. The students lead the way. We are here to support their interests.
We look forward to getting to know your child and your family!
Academic Year Programming
Our core program runs four days weekly at our main campus in downtown New Milford from September through May. The student experience includes diverse curricula, extracurricular activities, and opportunities to bond as a community. We offer many options for our students, helping them along their unique educational path.
Fridays Out
Friday, our fifth day of classes, is optional, registered by term. In the Autumn & Spring, students spend their days outside, exploring the woods, identifying plants and animals, and learning the science of nature in the field. Winter is for cozying up in the kitchen for relaxed cooking classes, kitchen science, and discussions around the relationship between cooking and culture.
2025/26
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Circus Arts
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Yoga
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Literature and Writing
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Foundational Mathematics
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Pre-Algebra
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Environmental Science
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Research & Library Sciences
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Geography
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Cross-curricular Art
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Latin
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Roman History
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French
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Cooking
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Outdoor Science & Education
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Creative Writing & World Building
Important Dates for 2024-2025 School Year:
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September 9th First day of Classes
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October 31st-November 5th Halloween Break/Election Day Break
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November 11th Veteran's Day (no classes)
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November 25th-November 29th Thanksgiving Break (no classes)
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December 23rd - January 3rd Winter Break (no classes)
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January 20th Martin Luther King Jr Day (no classes)
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February 20th Superbowl Monday (no classes)
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February 14th-February 17th President's Day Weekend (no classes)
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March 3rd -March 14th Spring Break (no classes)
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March 21st Vernal Equinox (no classes)
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April 18th - April 21st Chocolate & Bunny Weekend (no classes)
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May 16th Last Day of Classes
Interest Based Learning
Interest-based learning is the core tenet of our program. When students are given the freedom to learn about topics that genuinely interest them, they are more engaged, more attentive, and more likely to develop their love of learning. We encourage our students to think beyond the scope of classes currently offered and to request courses in subjects that interest them. We recruit staff and assemble a class schedule each year based on the requests of students and parents. This makes each student’s learning experience personalized and unique, just like them!
2024/25 Program Tuition Rates
Full Year - New Students
$14,995 per year
Includes access to all classes, extracurricular activities, and academic advising. Payment plans are available upon request. Need-based financial assistance is available.
Full Year - Returning Students
$14,495 per year
Includes access to all classes, extracurricular activities, and academic advising. Payment plans are available upon request. Need-based financial assistance is available.