WILDCREST

Expeditionary Learning Program at South Kitsap High School

WILDCREST Expeditionary Learning at South Kitsap High School is a hands-on, project-based program for 9th graders who learn best by doing. Students spend their time in and out of the classroom engaged in investigations of real-world topics through outdoor adventures, field studies, community service, and interdisciplinary projects that connect all subject areas. They’ll work closely with teachers and industry experts, developing critical skills like leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving. WILDCREST fosters personal growth and prepares students to thrive in a changing world—all while being part of a supportive, engaged learning community. If your student is curious, active, eager to explore new ideas, and loves the outdoors, WILDCREST could be the perfect fit.

Link to Application
DUE 3/15/25

Key Features:

• Learning Expeditions: Students engage in long-term investigations of real-world topics through outdoor adventures and interactive learning. Exploration and physical challenges help students build resilience and teamwork. Consistent attendance is key for success in the program.

• Community Impact: Participate in meaningful service projects that connect learning to local and global issues.

• Outdoor Adventures: Explore nature and build resilience through physical challenges and teamwork.

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Why Choose WILDCREST?

• Belong: Be part of a supportive learning community that values collaboration and connection.
• Believe: Build confidence by applying classroom lessons in exciting, real-world settings.
• Become: Grow into a curious, capable, and compassionate learner ready to tackle future challenges.

Schedule and Academics

WILDCREST is a yearlong program with the South Kitsap High School's schedule. Students attend four periods of WILDCREST classes on alternating A/B days and take other required courses on campus.

Consistent attendance is essential to the learning environment. WILDCREST is a learning community and is focused on the expedition experience. While we understand perfect attendance is not always possible, it is difficult to make up the learning when not fully engaged in the experience. 

Partnered with the well-balanced educational experience offered at South Kitsap High School, WILDCREST allows students to meet their academic requirements and prepares them for life beyond high school. 

Stay On Track for Graduation

Partnered with the well balanced educational experience offered at South Kitsap High School, WILDCREST allows students to meet their academic requirements and prepare them for life beyond high school. Yearlong program that follows the South Kitsap High School schedule. Students attend four class periods of WILDCREST every other day, alternating with traditional South Kitsap High School courses.

 

This program is new for the 2025-2026 schoolyear. This page will be updated as new information becomes available.