A Truly Unique High School Experience

While operating independently, Quest Forward Academy students have access to world-class resources on the Bellevue University Campus:

• State-of-the-art science laboratory
• University library and media
• Makerspaces and art studios
• …and more!

Seamless Transition To College

From their first moment at Quest Forward Academy, students learn to feel at home on a university campus, making the graduation leap to college nearly seamless.

While many high schools claim “college readiness,” few can offer the confidence imparted by 4 years of learning on a university campus with peers and mentors.

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.

Days with Structure and Flexibility

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.