LFHS provides learning opportunities and courses that inspire students to cultivate their unique and individual passions in the pursuit of personal excellence.
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Expansive opportunities and course offerings directed by student voices assist in pursuing personal excellence and academic achievement.
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Research supports that offering high school courses aligned with student passions can enhance motivation, academic performance, and engagement. Self-Determination Theory (SDT) posits that motivation is stronger when students feel autonomy, competence, and relatedness. Courses that connect with personal interests foster intrinsic motivation, leading to greater student engagement and academic success. (Center on Education Policy. (2012). What motivates students? A comprehensive analysis of student motivation in education. George Washington University.)
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ACT performance is directly influenced by the high school course offerings, GPA opportunities, and access to and success in AP courses.
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The ACT report highlights the significant role of course selection, particularly advanced coursework, in predicting ACT performance. It demonstrates that students enrolled in courses aligned with their academic goals and interests tend to achieve higher scores. This data supports the value of offering high school courses connected to students' passions, as it fosters deeper engagement and strengthens academic outcomes and readiness for college or career pathways. (McNeish, D. M., Radunzel, J., & Sanchez, E. (2016). Relating student and school characteristics to performance on the ACT. ACT, Inc.)
